Category: accident

Emmanuel lkpeama 

A commercial bus crash along the Heritage Garden axis of Oshodi-Oke, Lagos, has left two passengers seriously injured .

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident, attributing it to excessive speed.

Investigator news reports that the collision ensued when the bus rammed into another moving truck, which subsequently fled the scene without sustaining visible damage, thereby hindering immediate identification and accountability.

LASTMA operatives quickly responded to the scene, rescuing the injured and calling in the Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS) for medical aid.

The bus driver was apprehended for investigation.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed sympathy for the injured and urged motorists to observe speed limits

He described the incident as regrettable yet avoidable, stressing the dire and often irreversible consequences associated with speed-related traffic infractions.

Bakare-Oki seized the opportunity to renew a strong appeal to both commercial and private motorists to exercise prudence, restraint and responsibility while driving, by strictly observing prescribed speed limits as clearly displayed on government-approved highway signages.

“Speeding remains one of the most prevalent causes of road traffic crashes and needless loss of lives. Adherence to speed regulations is not optional; it is a civic and moral obligation essential to safeguarding all road users,” he stated.

The General Manager once again urged motorists to drive defensively, comply with traffic regulations and cooperate fully with traffic officers, emphasizing that collective responsibility and conscious road discipline remain the bedrock of sustainable road safety in Lagos State.

Emmanuel lkpeama 

A tragic accident occurred on the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos, claiming the life of a truck driver who was struck by a speeding vehicle while trying to alert others of a capsized truck 

Investigator news reports that the articulated truck lost balance and capsized at the location.

Upon receipt of distress notifications, the LASTMA actively monitoring vehicular flow overnight within the corridor, swiftly deployed to the scene and immediately secured the accident zone to forestall secondary collisions and safeguard road users.

In a deeply distressing turn of events, while the truck driver was conscientiously attempting to deploy a “C” caution sign to alert oncoming motorists, a recklessly speeding vehicle struck him.

The errant driver absconded without rendering assistance, leaving the victim grievously injured. The force of the impact led to the instantaneous demise of the truck driver.

LASTMA’s rescue operatives promptly evacuated the deceased from the carriageway and formally handed over the remains to officers of the Elemoro Police Station, who responded following an emergency alert from LASTMA personnel.

A comprehensive investigation is presently underway to identify, track and prosecute the fleeing culprit.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki visited the scene of the incident and conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family, lamenting the occurrence as a heartbreaking yet preventable tragedy.

He sternly cautioned motorists to exercise heightened safety consciousness, comply strictly with traffic laws and observe regulated speed limits as stipulated by the Lagos State Government, stressing that excessive speed and disregard for warning signs remain lethal contributors to road fatalities.

In another development,a distressing incident occurred at Iyana Itire, inward Oshodi, a violent collision between a Volkswagen commercial bus (SMK 850 HK) and a Toyota Sienna car (KSF 329 XL) claiming the lives of two persons.

At Owode Elede, inward Owode Onirin along the Ikorodu Road corridor, another severe crash involving a Volkswagen commercial bus (AGL 713 XP) and a Toyota Corolla car (AGL 607 JF) left four persons injured.

Investigator news gathered that LASTMA operatives, acting with commendable dispatch rescued the victims and ensured their immediate transfer to the hospital, while also restoring traffic normalcy in the area.

Bakare-Oki condemned the spate of accidents, describing them as avoidable tragedies occasioned largely by recklessness and excessive speeding, especially on a day meant to usher in hope, reflection and renewed commitment to safety.

While extending his heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, praying for fortitude to bear the irreparable losses,he commended the promptness, professionalism, and dedication of LASTMA personnel whose timely interventions mitigated further casualties and ensured the rapid rescue of injured victims.

He reiterated LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property on Lagos roads, while sternly warning motorists to eschew dangerous driving habits, obey traffic regulations, and prioritize human life over speed and impatience.

“LASTMA remains resolute in its mandate to enforce traffic laws, respond swiftly to emergencies and continually sensitize the motoring public on the imperative of road safety, particularly during festive and high-mobility periods.”he said

Emmanuel Clement 

A devastating multi-vehicle collision occurred at Secretariat inward Otedola Bridge, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, claiming the lives of three family members.

The victims, a father, mother, and child, were trapped in one of the vehicles involved in the accident.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident involved three vehicles (Audi, Toyota Camry & Toyota Corolla) initiated when a heavily loaded truck travelling at excessive speed violently struck one of the vehicles from the rear.

The impact caused the vehicle to lose control, colliding with two additional moving vehicles thereby triggering the fatal chain-reaction accident.

Investigator news reports the truck driver fled the scene, leaving the victims to face the consequences.

LASTMA, along with other emergency agencies, responded quickly to the incident, rescuing two survivors and taken them to the hospital for treatment.

Security personnel from the Isheri Olowora Police Division provided vital protection and operational support throughout the rescue operation while Lastma personnel evecuated the accident vehicles from the main carriage way to avoid another secondary accident.

The multi-agency response also involved coordinated efforts from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), LASAMBUS, SEHMU and the Lagos Fire & Rescue Service reflecting a unified commitment to life-saving intervention and traffic safety.

Reacting,the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki expressed profound sorrow over what he described as the “unbearable and irreplaceable loss of an entire family.”

He prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved relatives and urged them to summon fortitude amidst their unimaginable grief.

The General Manager also extended heartfelt wishes for the swift and complete recovery of the injured victims commending the rapid and coordinated efforts of all emergency responders at the scene.

While lamenting the preventable nature of the incident, Mr. Bakare-Oki reiterated LASTMA’s warning against reckless speeding particularly by drivers of articulated and heavily loaded trucks.

He emphasized that excessive speed remains one of the most lethal contributors to road fatalities and urged motorists to exercise extreme caution, adhere strictly to speed regulations and cultivate defensive driving practices along highways.

Bakare-Oki went further to assured Lagosians that LASTMA remains steadfast in enhancing traffic surveillance, enforcing regulations, and collaborating with security and emergency agencies to prevent recurrence of similar tragedies.

Emmanuel lkpeama

A tragic accident occurred at Ilubirin inward Simpson, Lagos Island, claiming the lives of a police officer and a scavenger.

Investigator news reports that the driver of a Toyota Camry vehicle, MUS 885 JA, was speeding when he lost control and veered off his lane, striking the victims.

LASTMA personnel stationed around the Ilubirin axis swiftly intervened, cordoning off the accident zone to ensure safety and prevent further complications.

The driver attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended by LASTMA personnel and handed over to the police.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, who visited the accident scene in a sober and reflective mood, commiserated deeply with the families, colleagues and communities affected by the tragic incident.

He lamented the needless loss of lives and described the event as a painful reminder of the consequences of reckless driving.

Mr. Bakare-Oki went further to admonished motorists generally to adhere strictly to government-approved speed limits and to maintain the highest standards of road discipline.

He reiterated that speed violations remain one of the leading causes of avoidable road fatalities.

The General Manager reaffirmed LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to continuous public enlightenment on road safety protocols, urging all road users—particularly drivers—to adopt safer driving habits in order to prevent future tragedies.

Investigator news gathered that the accidented vehicle was professionally evacuated by LASTMA operatives to forestall secondary accidents and restore normalcy to traffic flow in the corridor.

Emmanuel lkpeama 

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family of a Federal Fire Service officer who lost his life in a tragic road accident at Abule-Ado.

The incident occurred when a commercial motorcyclist riding against traffic collided with the firefighter, who was attempting to cross the expressway.

According to eyewitnesses, the motorcyclist was speeding and riding against the approved direction of traffic, leading to the fatal collision.

A Shacman truck, (with registration number: JJJ 919 YK) which was heavily laden with sand, was unable to brake effectively and crashed into the firefighter, resulting in his death.

Investigator news reports that LASTMA personnel responded promptly to the incident, cordoning off the area and ensuring the safety of other road users.

The motorcyclist responsible for the incident fled the scene, while the driver of the Shacman truck also abandoned the vehicle and escaped.

The remains of the late Firefighter were respectfully evacuated by his colleagues from the Federal Fire Service using an official ambulance deployed from the Trade Fair Complex.

Following effective scene management, LASTMA Officials handed over the impounded truck to designated security personnel for comprehensive investigation and further legal procedures.

In a condolence message,the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, praying that Almighty God grants them the strength and fortitude to endure this irreplaceable loss.

He assured the family of LASTMA’s support during this deeply distressing period.

Lamenting the persistent and dangerous practice of driving against traffic across Lagos, the General Manager issued a stern warning to motorists and commercial motorcyclists emphasising that such reckless conduct has repeatedly resulted in needless tragedies and immeasurable anguish.

He urged all road users to obey directional signs and comply strictly with government-approved speed limits as an essential civic responsibility towards preserving human life.

Investigator news gathered that LASTMA has reiterated its unwavering commitment to promoting safety, enforcing traffic laws, and fostering a more disciplined and responsible motoring culture throughout Lagos State.

Emmanuel lkpeama 

A devastating multi-vehicle collision at Otedola inward Tollgate, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has left four pedestrians severely injured, but miraculously, an eight-month-old infant was rescued unharmed.

The incident, which occurred in the early hours,involved four vehicles: a Hydra truck (APP 261 FA), an LT commercial bus (EPE 574 YC), a Ford vehicle (GG 283 XQ), and an unregistered Mark flat-body truck.

According to preliminary findings, the injured pedestrians, including the infant’s mother, were attempting to cross the expressway when the LT commercial bus, speeding, hit them, causing a chain collision involving the remaining vehicles, including the unregistered Mark truck.

LASTMA officers promptly extricated the infant, who, by extraordinary providence, emerged entirely unscathed despite the magnitude of the collision.

The remaining four victims, who sustained grievous bodily injuries, were immediately stabilized and conveyed to the Lagos State Accident & Emergency Centre by Tollgate for urgent medical intervention.

Security personnel from Alausa Police Station supported the rescue effort, and LASTMA personnel cleared the wreckage to restore traffic flow.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has urged pedestrians to use pedestrian bridges and avoid crossing high-speed highways to prevent such incidents. ”

The hazardous practice of darting across high-speed highways continues to imperil lives needlessly,” he warned

Emmanuel lkpeama 

A tragic accident occurred on Ikorodu Road in Lagos, claiming the life of an adult female passenger and leaving six others seriously injured on Sunday 16, November 2925.

The crash involved a Volkswagen commercial bus with registration number EPE 494 XM and a stationary tipper truck at Majidun, near Ogolonto, opposite MRS Filling Station.

According to reports, the bus, chartered to transport passengers to Ogijo, experienced brake failure,causing the driver who was reportedly travelling at a perilously excessive speed,to lose control and collide with the tipper truck.

The brutal impact resulted in the instantaneous death of an adult female passenger, while five female occupants and one male sustained severe and life-threatening injuries.

Investigator news reports that the injured victims were rushed to Benic Special Hospital, while the deceased was taken to Ikorodu General Hospital.

LASTMA personnel quickly responded, apprehending the tipper truck driver who attempted to flee and arresting the bus driver.

Both individuals have been handed over to the police for investigation.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, conveyed profound grief over the harrowing incident and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

He prayed that Almighty God grants them the fortitude to endure the irreplaceable loss, and he wished the injured victims a swift and full recovery.

Mr. Bakare-Oki further admonished motorists to exercise utmost restraint, vigilance, and discipline on the highways by avoiding excessive speed.

He stressed that overspeeding drastically impairs a driver’s capacity to respond to sudden mechanical failures or unforeseen hazards, thereby magnifying the risk of catastrophic outcomes.

The GM went further to reaffirm LASTMA’s resolute commitment to the protection of lives and the promotion of safer motoring culture across Lagos State through LASTMA Toll Free Hotline 080000527862.

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.