Five die in Badagry expressway crash

A tragic road accident on the Badagry Expressway in Lagos has claimed the lives of five adult males. The collision involved a Toyota Camry and an Iveco truck, according to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA).

LASEMA's Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyitolu, stated that the incident occurred around 5:16 a.m. near Sawmill, close to Mowo Bus Stop. Preliminary investigations suggest that the driver of the Toyota Camry, traveling at excessive speed, lost control. The vehicle veered into the oncoming lane, resulting in a head-on collision with the Iveco truck.

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The remains of the victims were carefully recovered, bagged with dignity, and handed over to officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps.

Emergency services, including LASEMA's Dolphin Team, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, LASTMA, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Nigeria Police Force, responded to the scene. The remains of the victims were recovered and handed over to the FRSC. Two tow trucks were deployed to remove the wreckage and clear the road, which was subsequently reopened to traffic.

Dr. Oke-Osanyintolu extended condolences to the families of the deceased and urged motorists to adhere to traffic regulations, emphasizing the importance of avoiding speeding and dangerous driving practices, particularly during early morning hours. He reiterated LASEMA's commitment to prompt emergency responses and inter-agency cooperation to safeguard lives and property.

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He urged motorists to avoid speeding, wrongful overtaking and other dangerous driving practices, especially during the early morning hours.