CITIZENS COMPASS – A tragic accident on Tuesday, occurred in Lagos State when a a fully loaded Howo tipper crushed a pedestrian to death.
The tragic accident occurred at the Iyana Ishasi U-turn inward Mile 2, along the Badagry Expressway.
Unfortunately the tipper could not be unidentified as at the time of the accident.
Confirming the accident, spokesperson, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Adebayo Taofik, in a statement, said, “The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) profoundly regrets to announce a devastating road accident that occurred earlier today at the Iyana Ishasi U-turn inward Mile 2, involving a fully loaded Howo tipper devoid of registration details.
“Preliminary findings indicate that the Howo truck, in an ill-fated attempt to navigate through traffic at an excessive speed, suffered a catastrophic brake failure, resulting in a complete loss of vehicular control. The out-of-control vehicle tragically veered off its path and struck an innocent pedestrian walking along the roadside, causing instantaneous fatality.
“Swift intervention from Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officials, in collaboration with LASTMA operatives, ensured effective management of the incident. Security reinforcement was promptly provided by officers from the Ishasi Police Division to facilitate the ongoing rescue operation.
“Expressing deep sorrow over the unfortunate incident, the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, praying for divine fortitude to withstand this irreplaceable loss.
“In his admonition, Mr. Bakare-Oki reiterated the imperative for all motorists to uphold safety-consciousness at all times. He underscored the critical need for meticulous vehicle maintenance and strict adherence to traffic regulations to avert such avoidable tragedies.
“The LASTMA administration remains resolute in its commitment to fostering road safety, ensuring seamless traffic management, and minimizing accidents across Lagos State.”
