A commercial bus driver lost his life on Tuesday in a tragic multiple-vehicle crash along the busy Cele inward Oshodi corridor in Lagos.
The fatal accident, which caused panic among motorists and commuters, involved a commercial minibus, popularly known as a “Korokpe,” and a Toyota Tundra pickup truck with registration number EPE 554 YC.
According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), preliminary investigations revealed that the commercial driver sustained severe injuries from the impact of the collision and died on the spot.
LASTMA operatives, who were on routine traffic monitoring patrol in the area, immediately rushed to the scene to prevent further casualties and manage the traffic situation.
The agency said its personnel swiftly secured the accident scene, coordinated emergency operations and ensured that traffic did not grind to a complete halt on the ever-busy corridor.
Working in collaboration with officers of the Nigeria Police Force from the Cele-Ijesha Division, emergency responders recovered the remains of the deceased driver and released them to his family after the necessary procedures were completed.
The damaged vehicles and debris littering the road were also evacuated to restore free flow of traffic.
Authorities subsequently handed over the vehicles involved in the crash to the police for further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
Traffic along the corridor, which was initially disrupted by the accident, was later brought under control following the intervention of LASTMA officials.
Reacting to the incident, the General Manager of LASTMA expressed condolences to the family of the deceased driver and urged motorists, especially commercial transport operators, to obey traffic rules and exercise greater caution while driving.
He stressed the need for road users to avoid reckless driving and always prioritize safety to prevent avoidable loss of lives.
Road crashes remain a major challenge in Lagos, with authorities intensifying enforcement and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing accidents and improving safety on the state’s roads.
