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Truck crushes Cyclist in Lagos as driver attempts escape
Preliminary findings indicated that the incident occurred as both the cyclist and the heavy-duty truck, approaching from the Maryland axis,…
LASTMA seizes 27 vehicles for flouting loading regulations
The operation followed directives from LASTMA’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, amid concerns over the dangers posed by overloaded vehicles on…
Chaos on Third Mainland Bridge as fire engulfs bus
“The incident has led to significant traffic congestion, with the backlog now extending to Adekunle. Motorists are advised to exercise…
Plan your movement: Lagos restricts traffic for marathon race
Lagos commuters and motorists are advised to plan their movements on Sunday as the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA)…
One dead as trucks collide on important Lagos bridge
The accident involved one trailer carrying sand and another loaded with granite. The sand-laden truck’s driver was trapped and sustained…
Traffic gridlock as truck overturns on Otedola Bridge
An overturned truck on Otedola Bridge in the early hours of Friday caused severe traffic congestion along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Gridlock nightmare as multiple vehicles crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A multiple-vehicle accident on Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday triggered severe gridlock, leaving hundreds of motorists stranded…
Detty December: Public commendation reflects gains from proactive traffic planning — LASTMA GM
LASTMA has attributed the widespread public commendation it received during the 2025 Detty December festivities to the gains of proactive…
Important Lagos bridge shut over fallen trucks
“Recovery of the two 20-ft loaded containerised vehicles is ongoing. A high-capacity crane and flatbed trucks are on the ground.…
Six remanded for attacking LASTMA officials, others in Lagos
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the unwavering resolve of the State to safeguard critical public infrastructure,…
Over-speeding driver kills police officer, scavenger in Lagos Island tragedy
Officials also arrested the driver as he attempted to escape and handed him over to officers at the Adeniji Adele…
LASTMA Roars! No more blocking Lagos roads for festivities
Meanwhile, he reaffirmed the agency’s resolve to safeguard the free movement of vehicles, persons, goods and services throughout the festive…
Four injured, baby rescued in Lagos–Ibadan expressway multiple crash
The LASTMA boss said that the remaining four victims, who sustained grievous injuries, were immediately stabilised, and taken to the…
Reckless ‘one-way’ driver sparks chaos in Lagos
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, strongly denounced the reckless and life-threatening act of driving against traffic, describing…
Tragedy! Three Lagos university students perish in multi-vehicle collision
“In a deeply distressing accident that threw the Ikorodu community into mourning, three young students, two males and one female, …