Drunk driver hospitalised after Lagos crash
A driver suspected of being intoxicated was injured after crashing into a truck in the Ebute-Ero area of Apongbon, Lagos State. According to Adebayo Taofiq, spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, the driver was trapped in the wreckage and required emergency rescue. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from officials, who reiterated warnings against drunk driving. The Lagos State Government emphasized its commitment to enforcing traffic laws and ensuring road safety.
What happened
- A yet-to-be-identified driver, believed to be drunk, crashed a Honda Jeep into a moving truck while descending a bridge.
- LASTMA rescue personnel extracted the trapped driver and handed him over to security operatives.
- The injured driver was taken to a medical facility for urgent treatment.
- Sola Giwa, Special Adviser to the governor on transportation, condemned the reckless behavior and stressed the dangers of drunk driving.
- The Lagos State Government pledged to intensify enforcement of traffic laws and prioritize public safety.
