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Major disaster averted in Lagos as car crashes into fully-loaded petrol tanker
The impact caused the tanker driver to lose control, subsequently ramming into several unregistered vehicles displayed along the highway setback,…
Fully loaded truck plunges off Oshodi Bridge
A serious accident was averted on Saturday after operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) rescued a badly…
LASTMA officers save Lagos ₦430bn yearly in Man-Hour losses
Giwa revealed that each of the agency’s 4,100 officers helps prevent economic losses estimated at ₦85 million annually through proactive…
Hit-and-run driver nabbed after killing pedestrian in Lagos
Bakare-Oki explained that instead of assisting the critically injured victim, the driver brazenly attempted to escape from the accident scene.
LASTMA rescues five in Lagos accidents
Bakare-Oki lauded the rapidity, professionalism, and collaboration exhibited by LASTMA officers and the police in managing both emergencies.
Swift LASTMA action saves lives in dual Lagos accidents
“To prevent severe traffic disruption, our personnel swiftly cleared the accident vehicles and restored free vehicular movement along the corridor,”…
Fatal crash hits Ikorodu Road again within 24 hours
“In moments like this, we are reminded of the importance of safety and restraint on our roads,” Bakare-Oki said. “We…
Four trucks burnt as petrol tanker bursts into flames in Lagos
Preliminary findings revealed that the accident was caused by reckless over-speeding, which led to the driver’s loss of control along…
Speeding SUV slams stationary bus: One dead in Mile 2 tragedy
“The sanctity of human life must never be compromised by recklessness on our highways. The Lagos State Government, through LASTMA,…
Driver flees after killing tricycle operator, injuring his 2 passengers in Lagos
Preliminary findings indicated the Toyota Venza approached from the Ejigbo axis, attempting a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre atop the bridge.
LASTMA issues serious warning to event centres
He stated that the state would no longer tolerate the illegal conversion of public roads into event parking or overflow…
One-way madness: Lagos to reinstate Psychiatric Tests for offenders
Addressing what it described as a worrying disregard for road safety rules, the conference stressed that mental health assessments should…
Lagos loses N1 trillion every year due to traffic – Government
Giwa shared this information during the opening of the Second Lagos Traffic Conference at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island.
Tragedy on highway: Eight dead in fiery Lagos bus-truck collision
Eyewitness accounts and preliminary findings by LASTMA officials indicate that the commercial bus was travelling at high speed before the…
Lagos ‘one-way’ driver kills tricyclist, flees scene
The operator suffered severe trauma, including a dislocated knee, and was confirmed dead at the scene.