Truck accident kills man and injures wife in Lagos
A tragic accident occurred at Eleko Junction on the Lekki–Ajah Expressway, resulting in the death of a motorist and critical injuries to his wife. According to a statement from Adebayo Taofiq of LASTMA, a granite-laden truck lost control due to brake failure and crushed a Toyota saloon car. The driver was confirmed dead at the scene, while his wife was rushed to the hospital. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LASTMA, emphasized the importance of vehicle maintenance and cautioned against reckless driving.
What happened
- A granite-laden truck reportedly lost control at Eleko Junction and overturned onto a Toyota saloon car.
- The car’s driver died at the scene, while his wife sustained life-threatening injuries and was taken for urgent medical care.
- LASTMA, the Federal Road Safety Corps, and bystanders participated in the rescue operation.
- The truck driver fled immediately after the crash, and Akodo Police Division officers provided security.
- Olalekan Bakare-Oki described the incident as avoidable and urged drivers to maintain their vehicles and drive responsibly.
