Metro
One die in Lagos third mainland bridge accident
An accident on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos claimed one life, early Saturday morning, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority.
A press statement from LASTMA spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, confirmed that Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, verified the casualty in the accident near the Unilag waterfront heading towards the Iyana-Oworonsoki area of Lagos.
The accident involved a Mini Truck (MUS 489 XS) and a Toyota Camry (KRD 470 JD). While the exact number of people involved was not disclosed, other victims were reportedly rescued.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the accident was caused by excessive speeding during a heavy downpour.
“Despite the government’s ongoing campaign to educate motorists about speed limits, drivers continue to flout the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018,” Hon. Giwa noted.
He urged both commercial bus drivers and private car owners to avoid speeding, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and other roads throughout the state.
The deceased was promptly removed by SEHMU officials, while LASTMA cleared the accident vehicles to ensure smooth traffic flow on the bridge.
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