“LAWMA is working with security agencies to apprehend and prosecute the errant driver of the car, with vehicle number EPE 984 DV.”
“A tanker has gone up in flames just before Iganmu bridge from Sifax.”
This resulted in the driver ramming into the tricycle on Bayo Oyewale Street, killing the passengers on board.
“The causes of the industrial fire could not be immediately ascertained, he said.
“The truck crushed three commercial vehicles, three private cars and one LASTMA bike while descending Gbagada bridge inward Ifako on the expressway.”
He urged the public to contact LASTMA hotlines 08100565860/ 08129928513 in case of any traffic gridlock, comment and observation.
“The rescued accident victims have been immediately rushed to General Hospital for medical attention.”
Both organisations agreed to form a Joint Task Force with other professional traffic managers to reduce such accidents.
Investigation gathered revealed that the immediate cause of the incident was due to reckless driving on the part of the BRT bus driver.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Sunday announced alternative routes for motorists ahead of Tuesday’s presidential campaign rally of the APC.
