MULTIPLE VEHICLES CRASH CRIPPLES TRAFFIC ON LAGOS-IBADAN EXPRESSWAY
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By: Sefiu Ajape
- Eight vehicles crash on Kara Bridge, four on Otedola Bridge
A multiple-vehicle accident involving a petrol tanker and several others occurred yesterday at Otedola Bridge, inward Berger, on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in a statement shared on X.
According to the agency, the crash involved a loaded Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker, two Toyota Corolla cars, and a commercial vehicle.
LASTMA said emergency responders were deployed to the scene, including officials from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), and LASTMA, who were on ground to manage the situation, carry out rescue operations, and prevent further escalation.
“Our men stationed at Otedola Bridge responded swiftly to a multiple-vehicle accident that occurred at Otedola Bridge, inward Berger, involving a fully loaded tanker and other vehicles,” the statement read.
The state Police Command also confirmed the incident, noting that no lives were lost. However, two persons sustained serious injuries and were promptly taken to the hospital for medical attention.
“Our men stationed at Otedola Bridge responded swiftly to a multiple-vehicle accident that occurred at Otedola Bridge, outward Lagos (inward Berger), involving a fully loaded tanker and six other vehicles. No lives were lost in the incident. However, two persons sustained serious injuries and were promptly taken to the hospital for medical attention,” the statement read.
According to the Police, emergency responders are on the ground, and efforts are ongoing to clear the affected vehicles and restore the free flow of traffic.
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