Emmanuel lkpeama
A devastating multiple-vehicle collision at Powerline Junction, Ikorodu,on Saturday 8, November 2025,has claimed the lives of three Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) students,two males and one female while seven others are fighting for their lives in hospital.
Investigator news reports that the accident, which occurred earlier today, involved a tipper truck with a mechanical brake failure, a Toyota Corolla,(SMK 42 AJ),an MPV Bus, and four tricycles.The truck, travelling at excessive speed, careened out of control, colliding with other vehicles and tricycles, causing devastating wreckage and loss of lives.
Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services quickly responded to the scene, rescuing the injured and conveying them to nearby medical facilities,while the three deceased casualties were respectfully evacuated and deposited at the General Hospital,Ikorodu mortuary.
LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed profound grief and condolences to the bereaved families, urging all road users to adhere to speed limits and maintain their vehicles to prevent such tragedies.
Mr. Bakare-Oki lamented that the incident was entirely avoidable, decrying the recurring menace of recklessness, overspeeding, and poor vehicular maintenance, particularly defective braking systems, as persistent causes of fatal road mishaps across the State.
He sternly admonished all commercial and heavy-duty vehicle operators to strictly adhere to statutory speed limits, undergo periodic mechanical checks, and uphold the highest standards of road discipline to preserve lives and property on Lagos roads.
Reaffirming the Authority’s commitment, the General Manager assured members of the public that LASTMA remains steadfast in its mission to promote road safety, enforce traffic discipline, and ensure rapid emergency response across all parts of Lagos State.
