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		<title>Collision Consumes One; Lastma, Other Emergency Agencies See to Traffic Flow at Kara Bridge Multiple Crashes</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:07:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; &#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a tragic multiple-vehicle collision on Kara Bridge inward Mowe-Ibafo, which claimed the life of a motor boy and necessitated a comprehensive multi-agency emergency response involving several sister agencies. The devastating incident, which occurred in the early hours of today, precipitated an unprecedented traffic gridlock [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a tragic multiple-vehicle collision on Kara Bridge inward Mowe-Ibafo, which claimed the life of a motor boy and necessitated a comprehensive multi-agency emergency response involving several sister agencies.</p>
<p>The devastating incident, which occurred in the early hours of today, precipitated an unprecedented traffic gridlock stretching from Kara Bridge through Berger to Otedola Bridge and beyond with substantial spill-over onto the Isheri-Olowora and Ogunnusi corridors.</p>
<p>Security preliminary investigations revealed that the collision involved three articulated trucks, two Mitsubishi Canter (Cabstar) trucks, one Toyota Sienna, in addition to a separately overturned articulated trailer laden with chemical substances on the bridge. The obstruction caused by the overturned trailer is believed to have precipitated the catastrophic chain-reaction collision.</p>
<p>Regrettably, a motor boy who became trapped during the initial incident around the Opic axis succumbed to his injuries despite the prompt intervention of emergency responders. His remains have since been evacuated in accordance with established emergency response protocols.</p>
<p>Given the enormity of the incident, the registration particulars of the affected vehicles could not be immediately ascertained, as emergency personnel prioritised life-saving interventions, the evacuation of casualties and the expeditious clearance of the accident scene.</p>
<p>In a commendable demonstration of inter-agency synergy, operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), officers of the Nigeria Police Force from Adigboluja Police Station, alongside heavy-duty towing operators swiftly mobilised to the scene to coordinate rescue operations, secure the affected corridor, recover the damaged vehicles and facilitate the restoration of normal vehicular movement.</p>
<p>To mitigate the severe congestion occasioned by the incident, LASTMA personnel immediately instituted temporary traffic diversion measures, facilitating controlled one-way vehicular movement from Berger towards Opic Turning while recovery and clearance operations progressed simultaneously.</p>
<p>The resulting traffic backlog remains extensive, stretching from Kara Bridge to Otedola Bridge, with motorists approaching through the Isheri-Olowora and Ogunnusi corridors also experiencing significant delays.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed profound condolences to the bereaved family and reiterated the Agency&#8217;s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives through prompt emergency response, efficient traffic management and sustained inter-agency collaboration.</p>
<p>He further admonished operators of articulated vehicles and other road users to ensure that their vehicles are mechanically roadworthy before embarking on any journey, maintain safe following distances, refrain from reckless driving, and exercise the utmost vigilance, particularly while traversing bridges and other critical transport corridors.</p>
<p>Motorists are advised to remain calm, cooperate fully with traffic management personnel and utilise alternative routes wherever practicable until the affected corridor is completely cleared and normal traffic flow is fully restored.</p>
<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority further enjoins members of the public to take advantage of the Agency&#8217;s toll-free emergency short-code 3367 to promptly report road traffic crashes, vehicle breakdowns, traffic obstructions and other emergencies requiring immediate intervention.</p>
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		<title>LASTMA Unveils 3367 Toll-free  Hotline to Strengthen Emergency Response in Lagos</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:10:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; &#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has officially unveiled its new 3367 Toll-Free Short-Code Hotline, a strategic initiative designed to fortify emergency response operations, optimize traffic management efficiency and deepen public participation in the administration of road transportation across Lagos State. The newly introduced short-code represents a significant migration from the Agency&#8217;s [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has officially unveiled its new 3367 Toll-Free Short-Code Hotline, a strategic initiative designed to fortify emergency response operations, optimize traffic management efficiency and deepen public participation in the administration of road transportation across Lagos State.</p>
<p>The newly introduced short-code represents a significant migration from the Agency&#8217;s former long-service code platform to a more accessible, technologically advanced and citizen-oriented communication framework. Available toll-free on MTN, Etisalat (T2) and Glo networks, the platform enables millions of subscribers to report traffic-related emergencies and incidents without financial burden.</p>
<p>Through the 3367 hotline, road users can promptly notify LASTMA of vehicular breakdowns, road traffic collisions, disabled articulated vehicles, stranded tankers, traffic obstructions and other emergencies requiring urgent intervention. Importantly, the platform will also serve as a credible avenue through which members of the public may report the conduct, professionalism and operational activities of LASTMA personnel on duty, thereby reinforcing transparency, accountability and service excellence within the Agency.</p>
<p>In furtherance of inclusivity and effective communication, members of the public particularly the motoring public may communicate with hotline operators in English, Yoruba or Pidgin English when placing calls through the 3367 platform. This multilingual approach is intended to eliminate communication barriers, encourage wider public participation and ensure that emergency information is conveyed promptly and accurately irrespective of linguistic background.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki described the initiative as a landmark advancement in the Agency&#8217;s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives, facilitating seamless vehicular mobility and delivering a more responsive, technology-driven and citizen-centred traffic management system.</p>
<p>According to him, the deployment of the hotline underscores LASTMA&#8217;s resolve to harness innovative digital solutions in addressing contemporary transportation challenges while fostering stronger collaboration between the Agency and the motoring public.</p>
<p>&#8220;The inauguration of the 3367 Toll-Free Short-Code Hotline represents another monumental stride towards institutionalizing a safer, more efficient and highly responsive transportation ecosystem across Lagos State. It provides residents with a direct, convenient and cost-free channel through which incidents requiring immediate intervention can be promptly reported,&#8221; Bakare-Oki stated.</p>
<p>He further noted that the complexity and rapid expansion of Lagos as one of Africa&#8217;s foremost megacities necessitates a proactive and technologically enabled traffic management architecture capable of responding expeditiously to evolving road transportation challenges.</p>
<p>The General Manager assured residents that all reports received through the platform would be treated with utmost professionalism, confidentiality and diligence, while being transmitted to the appropriate operational units for immediate action. He urged the public to embrace the hotline as a vital instrument for enhancing road safety, strengthening accountability and supporting the collective aspiration for a safer, more efficient and sustainable transportation environment across Lagos State.</p>
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		<title>Multiple Vehicle Collision Claims One at Cele , Lastma Evacuates Wreckages to Restore Traffic Flow</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oluwatoyin Mathnuel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:35:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; &#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the tragic demise of a commercial bus driver following a fatal multiple-vehicle collision that occurred earlier today at Cele inward Oshodi, Lagos. The unfortunate accident involved a commercial mini bus &#8220;Korokpe,&#8221; and a Toyota Tundra pickup truck (EPE 554 YC). Preliminary investigations conducted by [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the tragic demise of a commercial bus driver following a fatal multiple-vehicle collision that occurred earlier today at Cele inward Oshodi, Lagos.</p>
<p>The unfortunate accident involved a commercial mini bus &#8220;Korokpe,&#8221; and a Toyota Tundra pickup truck (EPE 554 YC).</p>
<p>Preliminary investigations conducted by security personnel at the scene revealed that the driver of the commercial mini bus sustained grievous injuries and died instantly due to the devastating impact of the collision.</p>
<p>LASTMA operatives, who were on routine traffic monitoring and surveillance duties within the corridor, swiftly mobilized to the scene to coordinate emergency response efforts, secure the accident site, manage traffic flow and prevent further obstruction along the heavily trafficked route.</p>
<p>In concert with Officers of the Nigeria Police Force from the Cele-Ijesha Division, the remains of the deceased driver were respectfully recovered and subsequently released to his family members residing within the locality.</p>
<p>As part of concerted efforts to restore normalcy and guarantee public safety, LASTMA personnel promptly evacuated the wreckage and all accident-involved vehicles from the roadway. The vehicles were thereafter handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for exhaustive investigation into both the immediate and remote causes of the crash, with a view to determining liability and facilitating any necessary legal proceedings.</p>
<p>Notwithstanding the significant disruption occasioned by the incident, the prompt intervention of LASTMA officers, coupled with the deployment of effective traffic management strategies, ensured the expeditious restoration of free vehicular movement along the affected corridor.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and admonished motorists, particularly commercial transport operators, to exercise heightened caution, maintain unwavering compliance with extant traffic regulations and cultivate a culture of responsible driving at all times.</p>
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		<title>Lastma Rapid Response Saves Driver, Passengers From Trapped Vehicle at Ogudu,- Alapere</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oluwatoyin Mathnuel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:56:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Sunday the 31st of May, 2026 successfully orchestrated a rapid and highly coordinated rescue operation following a devastating multi-vehicle road traffic accident that occurred along the Motorway inward Toll-Gate corridor within the Ogudu-Alapere axis of Lagos State. The harrowing incident involved a heavily laden 12-tyre DAF [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Sunday the 31st of May, 2026 successfully orchestrated a rapid and highly coordinated rescue operation following a devastating multi-vehicle road traffic accident that occurred along the Motorway inward Toll-Gate corridor within the Ogudu-Alapere axis of Lagos State.</p>
<p>The harrowing incident involved a heavily laden 12-tyre DAF articulated truck and a commercial Volkswagen T4 bus (AA 60 YF).</p>
<p>Preliminary security investigations revealed that the commercial bus somersaulted following a violent impact, leaving both its driver and a passenger trapped within the severely mangled wreckage, while simultaneously causing a major obstruction along the affected carriageway.</p>
<p>LASTMA operatives, who were on routine traffic surveillance patrol within the Toll-Gate corridor, swiftly responded to the emergency and immediately activated comprehensive incident-management and rescue protocols aimed at preserving lives, preventing secondary collisions and restoring the orderly flow of vehicular movement along the route.</p>
<p>Demonstrating remarkable courage, operational proficiency and unwavering dedication to duty, LASTMA personnel, with invaluable support from other emergency response agencies, successfully extricated the trapped victims from the crumpled vehicle and facilitated their immediate evacuation for urgent medical attention by officials of the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS).</p>
<p>The accident scene was promptly cordoned off and secured to guarantee the safety of emergency responders, rescue personnel and other road users traversing the corridor during the operation.</p>
<p>Officers and men of the Ketu Division of the Nigeria Police Force provided critical security reinforcement throughout the rescue exercise, ensuring seamless coordination and effective crowd management at the scene.</p>
<p>In a concerted effort to restore normalcy, the damaged vehicles were evacuated from the roadway, while LASTMA traffic officers implemented strategic traffic-control and diversionary measures to ease the severe congestion triggered by the incident and mitigate the resultant traffic backlog within the axis.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki commended the gallantry, exceptional responsiveness and operational dexterity exhibited by Officers at the scene.</p>
<p>He noted that the successful rescue operation that saved the lives of the two victims further exemplifies the Agency&#8217;s enduring commitment to the preservation of human lives, enhancement of public safety and effective traffic management across Lagos State.</p>
<p>Mr. Bakare-Oki further admonished motorists, particularly operators of articulated vehicles and commercial transport services, to cultivate a culture of defensive driving, maintain uncompromising compliance with extant traffic regulations and ensure the optimum mechanical condition of their vehicles before embarking on any journey.</p>
<p>He reiterated that road safety remains a collective responsibility and urged all road users to exercise vigilance, patience and discipline while navigating the State&#8217;s highways and arterial roads.</p>
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		<title>FRSC Travel Tips for 2026 Eid-El-Kabir Celebration</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oluwatoyin Mathnuel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 14:55:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; The Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) advises motorists plying the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway to exercise patience, caution, and strict compliance with traffic regulations as the corridor is currently experiencing heavy vehicular and human traffic volume due to increased Eid-el-Kabir homebound movement and heightened commercial activities around the Kara–OPIC area. The [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) advises motorists plying the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway to exercise patience, caution, and strict compliance with traffic regulations as the corridor is currently experiencing heavy vehicular and human traffic volume due to increased Eid-el-Kabir homebound movement and heightened commercial activities around the Kara–OPIC area.</p>
<p>The most affected areas remain Kara–OPIC and adjoining sections of the expressway, both inward and outward Lagos.</p>
<p>To ease traffic flow and reduce travel delays, motorists travelling through the Lagos–Sagamu–Ore–Benin corridor are advised to utilize alternative routes through the Lekki–Epe Expressway and the Ikorodu–Sagamu Road where necessary.</p>
<p>Similarly, motorists plying the Apapa–Badagry Expressway are advised to remain patient, avoid dangerous overtaking and speeding, and cooperate with traffic and security personnel strategically deployed along the corridor to ensure smooth vehicular movement and public safety.</p>
<p>The Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, has deployed over 700 personnel to traffic-prone corridors across the State for effective traffic control, enforcement, rescue services, and public enlightenment during the festive period.</p>
<p>The Command further urges all road users to maintain lane discipline, avoid one-way driving, ensure their vehicles are roadworthy, and prioritize safety at all times.</p>
<p>While wishing all residents and travellers a peaceful and fruitful Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the FRSC Lagos Sector Command cautions motorists against any act capable of endangering their lives and those of other road users.</p>
<p>Drive Responsibly, Arrive Alive.</p>
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		<title>LASTMA: Truck Crushes MiniBus; Cripples Female POS Operator at Second Rainbow Inward, Oshodi</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Oluwatoyin Mathnuel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 23:23:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a catastrophic road traffic incident involving a heavily laden 40-foot containerized articulated truck at Second Rainbow inward Oshodi, precisely along the service lane adjoining the Police Tactical Team Station. The harrowing incident was caused by loss of control by the articulated Mark 40-foot truck while [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a catastrophic road traffic incident involving a heavily laden 40-foot containerized articulated truck at Second Rainbow inward Oshodi, precisely along the service lane adjoining the Police Tactical Team Station.</p>
<p>The harrowing incident was caused by loss of control by the articulated Mark 40-foot truck while in transit.</p>
<p>The driver lost total control of the massive vehicle, causing the truck to overturn violently onto a commercial mini shuttle bus while simultaneously ploughing into adjoining roadside commercial outlets within the corridor.</p>
<p>Preliminary security investigations revealed that the articulated truck, conveying a fully loaded 40-foot container, veered uncontrollably off its designated trajectory before descending devastatingly upon the affected commercial axis.</p>
<p>Regrettably, a female roadside Point of Sale (POS) operator under a canopy sustained severe injuries to both legs during the tragic occurrence, resulting in critical trauma and panic within the vicinity.</p>
<p>The injured victim was immediately rescued and evacuated to a nearby medical facility for urgent medical intervention by Officers of the Police Tactical Team stationed within the area.</p>
<p>In rapid response to the emergency, operatives of LASTMA promptly mobilized to the accident scene to institute strategic traffic control measures, secure the affected corridor and coordinate rescue and recovery operations in synergy with security agencies and other emergency responders.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the driver of the articulated truck was swiftly apprehended by LASTMA personnel and subsequently handed over to officers of the Nigeria Police Force for further investigation and possible prosecution.</p>
<p>To expedite the restoration of normalcy, a recovery tow truck was immediately deployed to evacuate the fallen articulated vehicle and the damaged mini shuttle bus, while security operatives from the Orile-Iganmu Division of the Nigeria Police Force commenced comprehensive documentation and preliminary investigations into the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident.</p>
<p>Despite the magnitude of the accident and the considerable structural and commercial damage recorded within the vicinity, vehicular movement around the affected corridor remained substantially uninterrupted owing to the timely intervention and proactive traffic management architecture instituted by LASTMA officials.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the Authority’s sustained appeal to operators of articulated vehicles, fleet managers and logistics companies to subject all heavy-duty trucks to rigorous mechanical examinations before embarking on operational transit, particularly with respect to braking systems and other critical safety mechanisms capable of endangering public safety if compromised.</p>
<p>Bakare-Oki further emphasized that negligence in vehicular<br />
maintenance continues to constitute a grave menace to human lives, public infrastructure and road safety administration across Lagos State, urging transport stakeholders to embrace uncompromising adherence to established safety protocols and operational discipline.</p>
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		<title>FRSC Lagos Flags Off “OPERATION GUDUMA” Against Fake Number Plate, Overloading</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:59:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; The Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has officially commenced “Operation GDUMA,” a special enforcement operation aimed at combating the illegal use of fake diplomatic number plates and tackling the persistent violation of overloading across Lagos State. The operation, which is being conducted simultaneously across eleven states of the Federation, [...]</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 14px;">T</span><span style="font-size: 14px;">he Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has officially commenced “Operation GDUMA,” a special enforcement operation aimed at combating the illegal use of fake diplomatic number plates and tackling the persistent violation of overloading across Lagos State.</span></p>
<p>The operation, which is being conducted simultaneously across eleven states of the Federation, commenced on Monday, 18th May, 2026, and will run through Friday, 22nd May, 2026.</p>
<p>The exercise was flagged off on behalf of the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed mni, FCTA, CPFA, by the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Motor Vehicle Administration, ACM Adetunji Oki.</p>
<p>Speaking during the flag-off ceremony held at the FRSC Lagos Sector Command, ACM Oki commended the Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, for his professionalism, dedication, and sustained commitment to effective road safety administration.</p>
<p>He described Lagos Sector Command as one of the leading Commands in operational performance and enforcement activities nationwide.</p>
<p>The Assistant Corps Marshal reiterated the Corps Marshal’s directive on the ongoing “Operation Guduma: Total War Against Fake Diplomatic Number Plates and Overloading,” noting that the rising cases of insecurity, road traffic crashes, fatalities, and destruction of property associated with such offences remain unacceptable.</p>
<p>He further clarified that the FRSC remains the only authorized body responsible for the production and issuance of approved number plates for recognized government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).</p>
<p>The Command warned motorists and members of the public against the use of fake and unauthorized number plates with inscriptions such as:</p>
<p>* Ambassador<br />
* NANS<br />
* NYCN<br />
* EYC-AMB<br />
* Agenda 63<br />
among others.</p>
<p>The Corps emphasized that such number plates are illegal and offenders will be arrested, investigated, and prosecuted accordingly.</p>
<p>So far, the operation has recorded:</p>
<p>* 292 offenders arrested<br />
* 143 vehicles impounded<br />
* 149 illegal number plates/items confiscated</p>
<p>The Lagos Sector Command noted that the enforcement exercise conducted across major operational corridors within the state was successful and hitch-free.</p>
<p>The Command reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safer roads through sustained enforcement, public enlightenment, and strategic stakeholder collaboration.</p>
<p>Members of the public are encouraged to obey all traffic regulations and report suspicious or fake vehicle registration activities to the nearest FRSC office.</p>
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		<title>Lastma: Reckless Driving Claims One on Third Mainland Bridge</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 17:13:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; &#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority today expressed profound sorrow over a fatal road traffic accident that occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge by Adekunle inward Iyana Oworo, resulting in the tragic loss of life. The regrettable incident occured when a driver of a Lexus car EPE 765 JN rammed into a Police [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority today expressed profound sorrow over a fatal road traffic accident that occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge by Adekunle inward Iyana Oworo, resulting in the tragic loss of life.</p>
<p>The regrettable incident occured when a driver of a Lexus car EPE 765 JN rammed into a Police Officer riding a Bajaj motorcycle on third mainland Bridge</p>
<p>While the police Officer died on spot, the driver of the Lexus Jeep immediately reported himself at Adekunle Police Division.</p>
<p>Upon receipt of distress alerts, officials of LASTMA swiftly mobilised to the scene alongside officers of the Nigeria Police Force to initiate immediate traffic control, emergency safety measures and preliminary incident management procedures.</p>
<p>In a bid to avert secondary collisions and guarantee the safety of other road users, traffic cones and cautionary safety devices were strategically positioned around the affected corridor while police operatives commenced proper documentation and investigative procedures relating to the unfortunate occurrence.</p>
<p>Furthermore, coordinated evacuation and recovery operations were immediately activated to facilitate the removal of the accidented vehicles and restore full operational normalcy along the bridge corridor.</p>
<p>Despite the gravity of the occurrence, traffic flow around the axis remained effectively managed owing to the proactive intervention, strategic traffic control mechanisms and operational efficiency demonstrated by LASTMA Officers deployed to the scene.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki reiterated the urgent necessity for motorists to exercise maximum caution, maintain strict adherence to stipulated speed regulations and eschew all forms of reckless driving capable of endangering human lives and public safety.</p>
<p>He further emphasized that road users must cultivate responsible driving habits, remain conscious of the fragility of human life and comply faithfully with extant traffic laws in order to stem the alarming tide of avoidable road fatalities across Lagos State.</p>
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		<title>LASTMA Holds Strategic  Road Safety Stakeholders Engagement with Courier , Dispatch Riders in lagos</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:02:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; …Urges Dispatch Riders to Prioritise Safety and Regulatory Compliance at All Times. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today convened a high-level Strategic Road Safety and Regulatory Stakeholders’ Engagement with Courier and Dispatch Riders across Lagos State, further reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the State Government towards promoting sanity, discipline, regulatory compliance and [...]</p>
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<p>…Urges Dispatch Riders to Prioritise Safety and Regulatory Compliance at All Times.</p>
<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today convened a high-level Strategic Road Safety and Regulatory Stakeholders’ Engagement with Courier and Dispatch Riders across Lagos State, further reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the State Government towards promoting sanity, discipline, regulatory compliance and enhanced safety on roads across the metropolis.</p>
<p>The landmark engagement, held at the LASTMA Headquarters, Oshodi, Lagos, was organised under the compelling and thought-provoking theme: “Ride Smart, Stay Alive.”</p>
<p>The event attracted a distinguished assemblage of critical stakeholders within the transportation ecosystem, including representatives of courier and dispatch operators, security agencies, transport unions, road safety advocates and senior government officials, all united by a collective resolve to curb the disturbing spate of road traffic accidents involving dispatch riders and commercial motorcyclists across the State.</p>
<p>In his keynote address delivered on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Olawale Musa, the Director of Transport Operations, Ministry of Transportation, Engr. Olasukanmi Ojowuro, who represented the Permanent Secretary as Chief Host, underscored the imperative necessity for dispatch riders and courier operators to imbibe a culture of responsible riding, unwavering compliance with traffic regulations and heightened safety consciousness while operating on roads across Lagos State.</p>
<p>The Permanent Secretary observed that the strategic engagement became expedient in view of the alarming rise in road traffic infractions, reckless riding tendencies and fatal accidents involving courier and dispatch riders across major corridors of the State.</p>
<p>According to him, the administration of the Governor of Lagos State remains irrevocably committed to the protection of lives and property through the implementation of sustainable transportation policies, institutional reforms and continuous stakeholders’ engagements aimed at entrenching orderliness, professionalism and operational efficiency within the transportation sector.</p>
<p>He further admonished riders and operators to perceive road safety regulations not as punitive measures, but as indispensable safeguards deliberately designed to preserve human lives and facilitate seamless vehicular movement across the State.</p>
<p>Speaking earlier, the General Manager of Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki stated that dispatch riders remain critical partners in sustaining the efficient movement of goods and services within Lagos State’s rapidly expanding commercial landscape.</p>
<p>Bakare-Oki disclosed that operational reports on activities involving dispatch riders in 2025 revealed that over 862 crash victims were rescued through various emergency interventions, while more than 16,641 vehicles were impounded for traffic-related offences, including reckless driving, obstruction, overloading and mechanical defects.</p>
<p>The General Manager further revealed that several tragic incidents involving dispatch riders had been recorded along major traffic corridors such as Eko Bridge, Lekki-Epe Expressway, the Otedola Bridge axis, Ikorodu Road, Oshodi-Apapa Expressway and Railway crossing points around Ikeja.</p>
<p>He maintained that the major causes of these unfortunate crashes include reckless overtaking, driving against traffic, fatigue arising from prolonged working hours, poor motorcycle maintenance, traffic light violations, use of mobile phones while riding and non-compliance with extant safety regulations, particularly the use of crash helmets and reflective jackets.</p>
<p>According to him:<br />
“Beyond these safety concerns, dispatch riders also operate under enormous commercial pressure to meet stringent delivery timelines and customer expectations, often navigating difficult traffic conditions for prolonged hours on a daily basis.”</p>
<p>“Every avoidable crash involving a dispatch rider remains a painful reminder that safety must continue to occupy the highest pedestal of our collective priorities.”</p>
<p>The Lagos State Commissioner of Police CP Tijani Fatai, who attended the event as the Special Guest of Honour, urged courier companies and dispatch operators to institutionalize periodic safety training programmes, proper rider documentation and effective operational monitoring mechanisms capable of promoting accountability, professionalism and operational discipline among riders.</p>
<p>The Commissioner of Police also advised dispatch riders to remain security conscious while carrying out their commercial activities across the State.</p>
<p>Participants at the engagement commended LASTMA for organising what they described as a timely, pragmatic and impactful initiative geared towards achieving safer roads and a more coordinated dispatch operation framework within Lagos State.</p>
<p>The engagement also featured interactive sessions, regulatory sensitization lectures and robust deliberations on practical measures required to improve operational standards and strengthen compliance among dispatch riders operating within the State.</p>
<p>The theme, “Ride Smart, Stay Alive,” therefore transcends mere rhetoric, serving instead as a solemn call to responsibility, caution, professionalism and the preservation of human lives on roads across Lagos State.</p>
<p>Other government agencies represented at the strategic engagement included the Federal Road Safety Corps, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Lagos State Ambulance Service, Lagos Traffic Radio, Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS), State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU), Lagos State Drivers’ Institute (LASDRI), Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Lagos Bus Services Limited (LBSL), Lagos State Task Force, Command and Control Centre, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, among others.</p>
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		<title>Third Mainland Bridge: Head-On Collision Claims Mother, Daughter 30 Years Survives</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:19:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; &#160; The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) solemnly announces a tragic road traffic incident that occurred earlier today along the Third Mainland Bridge, precisely at the Ilaje inward Iyana Oworo axis. The harrowing incident involved a catastrophic head-on collision between two Toyota Sienna vehicles (LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM). The severity [...]</p>
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<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) solemnly announces a tragic road traffic incident that occurred earlier today along the Third Mainland Bridge, precisely at the Ilaje inward Iyana Oworo axis.</p>
<p>The harrowing incident involved a catastrophic head-on collision between two Toyota Sienna vehicles (LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM). The severity of the impact underscores the grave consequences of reckless driving behaviours, particularly excessive speeding.</p>
<p>Upon receiving the distress alert, LASTMA operatives who were on routine surveillance along the bridge responded with commendable promptitude, swiftly instituting essential traffic control measures to avert further complications. Safety cones were strategically deployed to cordon off the accident scene and ensure the protection of other road users.</p>
<p>Personnel from the Oworonsoki Police Division equally responded expeditiously to the emergency call and were fully engaged at the scene to carry out comprehensive documentation and initiate necessary statutory procedures.</p>
<p>Regrettably, the incident resulted in the loss of one female adult, a mother, while her 30-year-old daughter who was in the same vehicle miraculously survived the collision.</p>
<p>The remains of the deceased have been evacuated by security operatives, while LASTMA officials, in synergy with other relevant agencies, maintained a vigilant presence to ensure efficient traffic management and prevent any secondary incidents.</p>
<p>In the aftermath of the crash, one of the drivers absconded from the scene. However, the second driver was promptly apprehended by LASTMA personnel and subsequently handed over to the police to facilitate thorough investigation and possible prosecution in accordance with the law.</p>
<p>The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has once again issued a stern admonition to all motorists to eschew reckless driving, particularly over speeding, which remains a predominant cause of fatal road accidents.</p>
<p>He further urged drivers to exercise heightened caution, adhere strictly to prescribed speed limits and uphold the highest standards of road discipline at all times.</p>
<p>The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority remains unwavering in its commitment to the preservation of lives and the maintenance of orderly traffic flow across the State.</p>
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