Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Olalekan Bakare-Oki

June 28, 2026

LASTMA launches toll-free short code for traffic management

The agency said the platform would enable millions of subscribers to report traffic-related emergencies and incidents without financial burden.

LASTMA Officials
June 21, 2026

353 life-saving interventions recorded on Lagos roads in five months: LASTMA

“The rescued victims comprised 207 adult males, 137 adult females and nine male children,” he said.

LASTMA
June 13, 2026

Motor boy rescued, driver dies in Lagos truck crash, says LASTMA

Mr Bakare-Oki expressed sorrow over the loss of life and extended condolences to the bereaved family.

40-foot articulated truck along Isheri Elemu inward Ijegun
May 31, 2026

Ogudu-Alapere Crash: LASTMA rescues two trapped victims

Mr Bakare-Oki added that the accident scene was secured while the damaged vehicles were promptly evacuated to ease traffic congestion in the area.

Accident scene
May 30, 2026

One killed in lone auto crash on Oshodi-Apapa expressway

He urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere strictly to traffic regulations.

LASTMA Officials
May 25, 2026

Truck crushes bus, injures POS operator in Lagos

LASTMA chief urged operators of articulated vehicles and logistics firms to ensure regular maintenance of their trucks.

LASTMA
May 17, 2026

Policeman dies in Third Mainland Bridge crash

The crash occurred when a Lexus vehicle (EPE 765 JN) rammed into a police officer riding a Bajaj motorcycle on the bridge.

May 10, 2026

Trucker arrested after crushing Okada rider, pedestrian to death in Lagos 

Mr Bakare-Oki described the accident which occurred at Iyana-Iba Flyover near Lagos State University, Ojo, as regrettable.

Accident scene at Iyana-Iba near Lagos State University, Ojo, on Lagos-Badagry Expressway on Sunday
May 4, 2026

LASTMA moves to curb highway crashes by dispatch riders

The general manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this in Lagos.

Olalekan Bakare-Oki
April 28, 2026

LASTMA to introduce short code for public engagement

LASTMA says it will introduce a short code that will enable residents, especially the motoring public, to engage and share information on the road.

LASTMA Officials