LASTMA Rescues Seven Injured Passengers in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Sabo-Itokin Road
LASTMA Rescues Seven Injured Passengers in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Sabo-Itokin Road
Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a serious multiple-vehicle collision along Lejina inward Adamo on the Sabo-Itokin Express Road, involving two commercial buses and a Lexus 330 Jeep (registration number: KSF 879 JR). The accident resulted in severe injuries to seven passengers, who were promptly rescued.
Reckless Overtaking Causes Crash
According to preliminary investigations, the Lexus Jeep driver, who fled the scene, was engaged in dangerous overtaking when he suddenly encountered an oncoming heavy truck. In a desperate attempt to re-enter his lane, he lost control and rammed into two fully loaded commercial buses, leading to the devastating crash.
Swift Emergency Response
LASTMA personnel, in collaboration with security operatives from the Area N Police Division, swiftly secured the accident scene, managed traffic disruptions, and ensured the evacuation of wrecked vehicles to restore normalcy. Officials from the Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS) transported the injured passengers to Ikorodu General Hospital for urgent medical attention.
LASTMA Urges Motorists to Adhere to Road Safety Rules
Expressing concern over the tragic incident, LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, sympathized with the victims and wished them a speedy recovery. He emphasized the need for motorists to exercise caution, especially when overtaking, and to strictly adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such avoidable accidents.
“The government has placed road signs to guide motorists and ensure order on our highways. Drivers must exercise utmost vigilance and confirm absolute clearance before attempting to overtake, as reckless driving can lead to devastating consequences,” he warned.
LASTMA reaffirmed its commitment to road safety enforcement and vowed to intensify measures to safeguard lives and property across Lagos State.
Adebayo Taofiq
Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department
LASTMA
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