A newly married couple and 16 other passengers sustained various injuries in a multi-vehicle accident on Lagos State’s Third Mainland Bridge. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday as the couple returned from the Ikoyi Marriage Registry. Details of the Incident The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, confirmed the accident in a statement. According to Taofiq, the crash occurred when a commercial LT bus experienced brake failure at high speed and collided with a slow-moving mini truck near Ilaje, heading towards Iyana Oworonsoki. Vehicles Involved: The collision resulted in serious injuries for the occupants of both vehicles, including fractures and other trauma. Rescue Operations LASTMA, in collaboration with emergency response teams, successfully rescued 18 victims from the scene. Among the injured were: The injured victims were promptly transported to the Lagos State Trauma and Emergency Centre near the Toll Gate on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway for immediate treatment. Severe Cases Two victims, trapped in the LT bus wreckage, suffered critical injuries. They were extricated through the combined efforts of LASTMA officials, emergency responders, and bystanders. These individuals were later transferred to Gbagada General Hospital for specialized care. LASTMA’s Response and Safety Advocacy The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed deep sympathy for the victims and wished them a speedy recovery. Through a statement by Taofiq, Bakare-Oki emphasized the need for road users to: He also highlighted the ongoing road safety awareness campaigns spearheaded by LASTMA’s Female Elite Corps. These initiatives aim to educate motorists, especially commercial bus drivers, on safe driving practices during the festive season and beyond. Emergency Response Teams Involved The accident scene was attended by several agencies, including: READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
