Two survive multi-vehicle crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Two people narrowly avoided death after a multi-vehicle crash occurred on the Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident involved a fully loaded tanker and six other vehicles, leading to significant traffic disruption. Emergency responders, including the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and the Rapid Response Squad, were quickly deployed to the scene. Both injured individuals received prompt medical attention, and no fatalities were reported.
What happened
- The crash took place on Otedola Bridge, involving a PMS-loaded tanker, two Corolla cars, and a commercial vehicle.
- The incident caused major traffic gridlock towards the Berger area for several hours.
- Adebayo Taofiq, spokesperson for LASTMA, confirmed that only two people sustained injuries and no deaths occurred.
- Emergency teams such as #LagosRescue, #LASAMBUS, and LASTMA personnel responded immediately to the scene.
- The Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos State Police Command also confirmed that the injured were taken to the hospital for treatment.
