Fatal Accident on Third Mainland Bridge Claims One Life, Injures Eight Others

Fatal Accident on Third Mainland Bridge Claims One Life, Injures Eight Others

Lagos, Nigeria – A fatal accident involving two Mazda commercial buses claimed one life and left eight others severely injured in a head-on collision on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonsoki.

The tragic incident, which occurred following a high-speed chase between the two buses (license plates LND 624 YE and EKY 804 YH) that began at Adeniji Adele, underscores the deadly consequences of reckless driving.

Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officers arrived swiftly on the scene, rescuing eight passengers who had sustained serious injuries, including multiple fractures. The injured were transported to Gbagada General Hospital by Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS) for immediate medical attention.

Police officers from Bariga and Alonge Police Stations provided crucial security and ensured the smooth flow of rescue efforts, maintaining order during the operation.

LASTMA, in a statement, reaffirmed its commitment to promoting road safety, urging motorists to adhere to speed limits and drive responsibly. The agency also expressed condolences to the bereaved family and wished the injured a swift recovery.

In a separate incident earlier in the day, a Honda CRV (license plate AKD 743 HV) overturned near the Unilag waterfront, also on the Third Mainland Bridge. The crash, attributed to excessive speeding, did not result in any casualties. LASTMA officers quickly cleared the scene to prevent further traffic disruptions.

Adebayo Taofiq, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment at LASTMA, emphasized the need for motorists to exercise caution and obey traffic regulations to avoid further tragedies on Lagos roads.