- Driver, Assistant Killed as Two Container Trucks Collide in Lagos
- Excessive Speed Blamed
- Emergency responders carried out rescue and recovery operations at the scene
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency has confirmed the death of two persons following a road accident at the Cele Bus Stop area inward Mile 12 in the early hours of Thursday, February 19.
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the agency, Olufemi Oke Osanyintolu, the incident involved two 40 foot containerised trucks.
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Preliminary findings indicated that one of the trucks rammed into another stationary container truck from behind, allegedly due to excessive speed.
The impact trapped the driver of the moving truck and his assistant inside the cabin.
Emergency responders carried out rescue and recovery operations at the scene. However, both victims were confirmed dead.
The agency stated that evacuation of the affected trucks and their cargo is ongoing to restore normal traffic flow in the area.
Motorists were advised to remain patient and comply with traffic directives while clearance operations continue.
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