By Olasunkanmi Akoni

A fatal accident occurred on CMS Bridge, near UBA, Lagos Island, on Tuesday, claiming one life and leaving another person injured.

According to reports, a commercial Suzuki mini vehicle (EPE 718 HR) rammed into a stationary containerized truck at approximately 6:15 am. The truck driver had temporarily halted the vehicle due to a mechanical malfunction.

The mini bus driver died on the spot due to the impact, while a female passenger sustained severe eye injuries and was rushed to General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island.

LASTMA personnel, along with officers from the Ebute-Ero Police Division, LASMABUS, and LASEMA Response Unit, responded swiftly to the scene.

General Manager, LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed condolences to the deceased’s family and urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations.

Separate Incident: SUV Veers Off Road, Plunges into Drainage

A solo accident occurred on the Lekki-Ajah Expressway near Salem, involving a Chevrolet Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).

The vehicle veered off the road and plunged into a drainage ditch due to suspected brake failure and excessive speeding.

No casualties or injuries were reported. LASTMA personnel managed traffic flow and contacted LASEMA Response Unit for immediate evacuation.

Bakare-Oki stated, “This incident highlights the risks posed by excessive speeding and neglect of routine vehicle maintenance.”

N400m Debt for Sports Car Crash Survivor

A young Nigerian man faces a staggering debt of N400 million after a catastrophic accident involving a rented sports car during an illegal drag race in Lagos.

The incident occurred at Eko Atlantic City and raised concerns about street racing and public safety. Despite no fatalities, multiple injuries were reported.

The driver, @Trammania, took to social media to share his experience and faces overwhelming financial consequences, including damage costs and hospital bills.

The incident highlights the perils of street racing and the need for greater enforcement of traffic regulations.”