By peace Udugba
A devastating accident occurred at Powerline Junction, Ikorodu, on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of three promising students of the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH). The students, two males and one female, lost their lives in a fatal multiple-vehicle collision involving a tipper truck, a Toyota Corolla, an MPV Bus, and four tricycles.
Details of the Accident:
Preliminary investigations revealed that the tipper truck, which was heavily laden with sand, suffered a mechanical brake failure, causing the driver to lose control. The vehicle careened into other road users, colliding forcefully with multiple vehicles and tricycles in its path.
Rescue Efforts:
Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) responded swiftly and professionally, rescuing seven critically injured victims and conveying them to nearby medical facilities for urgent treatment. The three deceased students were respectfully evacuated and deposited at the General Hospital, Ikorodu mortuary.
LASTMA’s Response:
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed profound grief and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased students. He lamented that the incident was entirely avoidable and decrying the recurring menace of recklessness, overspeeding, and poor vehicular maintenance.
Call to Action:
Mr. Bakare-Oki sternly admonished all commercial and heavy-duty vehicle operators to strictly adhere to statutory speed limits, undergo periodic mechanical checks, and uphold the highest standards of road discipline to preserve lives and property on Lagos roads. The Authority remains committed to promoting road safety, enforcing traffic discipline, and ensuring rapid emergency response across all parts of Lagos State.
