JUST IN: DRIVER ESCAPES DEATH AS 40FT CONTAINER FALLS ON CAR IN LAGOS
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When a 40-foot-laden container collapsed onto a Toyota Camry, registered LSR 293 HJ, at Mile 2 on the way to Apapa Ports, Lagos, on Monday morning, the driver, who has not yet been recognised, was fortunate to escape death.
An eyewitness reported that the accident occurred at approximately 8 a.m.
Thankfully, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services, such as the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), responded quickly and coordinatedly to rescue the car’s driver.
The joint rescue team hurried the sufferer to the hospital, where they received prompt medical assistance.
Security during the operation was effectively maintained by officers from the Kirikiri Police Division, who ensured a secure and orderly environment for the emergency responders.
Following the rescue, the Toyota Camry was successfully removed from beneath the container.
As of 9.30 am, efforts to evacuate the fallen container were in full swing, while LASTMA officers managed the scene to ease traffic congestion and restore normalcy.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the critical importance of proper container securing by truck drivers and owners.
He stressed that negligence in this regard endangers lives and property, urging strict compliance with road safety protocols to avert such catastrophic occurrences.
“LASTMA remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the safety and efficiency of Lagos roadways and continues to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to uphold traffic laws and enhance public safety,” Bakare-Oki stated.
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