14th October, 2024
By Chiazo Ogbolu
Three persons lost their lives when a fully loaded tanker that experienced brake failure, crashed into two commercial buses and a car at Oshodi-Apapa Expressway of Lagos State on Sunday, according to Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA)
Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LASTMA said the incident occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Sunday at Second Rainbow, inward Mile 2 along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway.
A statement signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, revealed that the tanker collided with two Volkswagen Commercial buses and a Honda car (KTU 223 GH).
“The victims, passengers in one of the Volkswagen buses, succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
“LASTMA officers swiftly responded to the emergency, securing the area and handing over two of the deceased to Festac Police Station security personnel.
“One victim’s family was present and took custody of their loved one.
“Emergency responders, including Lagos State Fire Services and Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), were also at the scene.”
Bakare-Oki extended his sympathies to the bereaved families, emphasising the importance of road safety.
“We are deeply saddened by this loss. Tanker drivers must adhere to speed limits and prioritise safety, especially when carrying hazardous materials.
“Speed and safety must never be compromised on our roads.”(NAN)
