Tragedy occured on Sunday evening in Lagos as three commuters lost their lives to a tanker accident. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) made this known in a statement signed by Taofiq Adebayo, Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department.
The statement revealed that the accident involved a fully loaded tanker that experienced brake failure.
According to the statement, the accident occurred at approximately 6p.m. on Sunday at Second Rainbow, inward Mile 2 along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway as the tanker collided with two Volkswagen Commercial buses and a Honda car (KTU 223 GH).
“The victims, passengers in one of the Volkswagen buses, succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
“LASTMA officers swiftly responded to the emergency, securing the area and handing over two of the deceased to Festac Police Station security personnel.
“One victim’s family was present and took custody of their loved one.
“Emergency responders, including Lagos State Fire Services and Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), were also at the scene.”
The statement quoted Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LAST MA, extending his sympathies to the bereaved families, emphasising the importance of road safety.
“We are deeply saddened by this loss. Tanker drivers must adhere to speed limits and prioritise safety, especially when carrying hazardous materials.
“Speed and safety must never be compromised on our roads”.
