A devastating collision occurred on the Lagos Third Mainland Bridge in the early hours of Monday, December 16, 2024, resulting in the loss of one life and injuring five others.
Key Points:
1. Location: Ilubirin, inward Sura, Lagos Third Mainland Bridge.
2. Time: Around 6 a.m.
3. Vehicles Involved: J5 Ford bus (registration number FKJ 724 YC) and a Mercedes truck (registration number FKJ 746 YC).
4. Cause: Brake failure due to speeding.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the accident and reported that the J5 Ford bus, laden with perishable goods, suffered a brake failure while speeding, leading to the collision.
Rescue Efforts:
LASTMA officials, supported by bystanders, quickly arrived at the scene to carry out rescue operations. Four victims were pulled from the wreckage, three of whom were rescued alive. Unfortunately, one individual trapped in the J5 Ford bus succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
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Aftermath:
Emergency response teams, including LASTMA, the Lagos Response Unit (LRU), the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Nigerian Police Force, and the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), worked together to manage the aftermath. Survivors were rushed to the General Hospital on Lagos Island for urgent medical attention.
Response from Authorities:
General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, extended condolences to the family of the deceased and reiterated the need for strict adherence to road safety protocols, particularly during the festive season. “Drivers, especially those operating heavy-duty vehicles, must avoid excessive speeding and ensure their vehicles, particularly the braking systems, are in perfect working condition before any journey,” Bakare-Oki emphasized.
Call to Action:
The public is encouraged to report traffic incidents, accidents, or breakdowns to the LASTMA toll-free hotline: 0800 005 27862.
Source: Vanguard
