A deadly crash involving two fully loaded Mack trucks on Eko Bridge claimed the lives of two dispatch riders on Sunday, sending shockwaves across Lagos and sparking renewed calls for safer driving practices among truck operators.
According to a statement by Adebayo Taofiq, spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the fatal collision occurred when one of the trucks, reportedly speeding and with the driver allegedly dozing off, lost control and rammed into another moving truck ahead.
The impact of the crash caused a 20-foot container to dislodge from one of the trucks, crushing the two dispatch riders who were unfortunate to be riding nearby at the time. The victims were confirmed dead on the spot.
The accident happened in broad daylight, with LASTMA officers already on ground beneath the bridge for routine monitoring, enabling a swift response. One of the truck drivers, who sustained serious injuries, was rescued and rushed to the hospital in a Lagos State Government ambulance.
However, the remaining two truck drivers involved in the incident reportedly fled the scene, prompting an active manhunt by the authorities. Investigations are now underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
To prevent a secondary disaster and ease traffic congestion, LASTMA officials quickly sealed off the crash site and rerouted vehicles through Coastain Roundabout inward Alaka, en route to Stadium.
In a statement of condolence, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of innocent lives and urged truck drivers to adhere strictly to road safety protocols. He stressed the importance of alertness behind the wheel and maintaining roadworthy vehicles, particularly for drivers of heavy-duty trucks.
Bakare-Oki also reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to ongoing public enlightenment campaigns, targeting commercial drivers to promote safety awareness and reduce reckless behavior on Lagos roads.
The tragic incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by fatigued and reckless truck drivers, especially in high-traffic zones like Eko Bridge.
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