Monday, November 2, 2026

LASTMA reports three casualties in Lagos auto crash

LASTMA also said that its officials were fully on the ground managing the situation.

• November 2, 2026
LASTMA Officials
LASTMA Officials [Credit: Premium Times Nigeria]

A lone auto crash involving a commercial Mazda bus at Majidun, immediately after Primero Office, inward Mile 12, Lagos State, on Monday, claimed three casualties.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), in an incident report shared on X, disclosed that the accident was caused by a propeller-related problem with the vehicle.

LASTMA said, “A lone road accident of a commercial Mazda bus occurred at Majidun, immediately after Primero Office inward Mile 12, reportedly due to a propeller-related problem. Three casualties were recorded.”

The agency stated that a towing vehicle had been contacted to facilitate the prompt evacuation of the damaged bus.

LASTMA also said that its officials were fully on the ground managing the situation and ensuring continuous vehicular movement, while police officers had been contacted for proper documentation.

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