- The LASTMA boss vehemently condemned the incident and lamented that such a calamity could have been averted had the driver exercised due diligence and adhered to fundamental road safety protocols.
- He admonished trailer and truck operators, along with all motorists, to uphold the utmost sense of safety consciousness, stressing the inestimable value of human life.
A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday at the Ojodu Berger axis of Lagos State when an officer of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) was crushed and maimed by a reckless truck driver who lost control of his vehicle due to excessive speed.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the fully loaded trailer, registered in Bauchi State with the number KTG 33 ZZ, caused a devastating accident in the area
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“Upon emergency medical assessment at the Surgical Emergency Centre of LASUTH, attending specialists determined that the extent of the injuries necessitated an immediate amputation of his right leg,” Bakare-Oki stated
Preliminary investigations revealed that the trailer, registered in Bauchi State with the number KTG 33 ZZ, originated from Agidingbi by Oba Ogunji Road en route to Omole Junction in the Ogba corridor.
The driver, operating at an alarmingly high speed, lost control of the vehicle, causing a devastating collision that left the LASTMA officer with severe fractures to his right leg and hand.
The recklessness of the trailer driver not only endangered the lives of others on the road but also significantly impacted the victim’s life and career.
In response to the incident, Adebayo Taofiq, LASTMA spokesperson, emphasized the need for cautious and responsible driving.
Following the accident, the driver was promptly arrested by security operatives from the Ojodu Police Station in collaboration with vigilant LASTMA officials.
The victim, who remains unidentified, was rushed to the Surgical Emergency Centre of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) for immediate treatment
The LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, visited the hospitalized officer and expressed the agency’s support, reiterating their commitment to ensuring a safer road environment for all Lagosians.
The LASTMA boss vehemently condemned the incident and lamented that such a calamity could have been averted had the driver exercised due diligence and adhered to fundamental road safety protocols.
He admonished trailer and truck operators, along with all motorists, to uphold the utmost sense of safety consciousness, stressing the inestimable value of human life.
“LASTMA officers are not adversaries to motorists; rather, they are dedicated to ensuring that traffic flows seamlessly, fostering economic growth and urban efficiency in Lagos State in the process,” he asserted.
Expressing profound sympathy, Bakare-Oki extended his sincerest wishes for the officer’s swift recovery while reaffirming LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to enhancing road safety and ensuring orderliness on Lagos highways.
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He assured the government would ensure that the patient received all necessary medical attention for full recovery. ” The Government will not abandon you; we are with you throughout this difficult period.”
