14 persons rescued by LASTMA officials after auto crash in Lagos

No fewer than 14 persons were rescued along the Third Mainland Bridge following an accident at Ilaje, inward Iyana-Oworonshoki on Wednesday.

The incident involved a Mazda commercial bus (XN 997 KTU), which collidied with a moving Toyota Yaris (11150 DLA) after the driver lost control after reckless speeding.

The impact led to multiple casualties, necessitating immediate emergency response.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority said its officers, in collaboration with the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS), acted with commendable urgency, extricating 14 individuals, including the commercial bus driver, from the wreckage.

“Throughout the operation, security operatives from Alonge Police Station provided essential tactical support to maintain order and ensure a secure rescue environment.

“Upon successful evacuation, the rescued victims were promptly handed over to LASAMBUS personnel, who swiftly transported them to Gbagada General Hospital for immediate medical attention, the LASTMA spokesman, Adebayo Taofiq, added in a statement.

General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, underscored the pressing need for both commercial and private motorists to comply with officially sanctioned speed limits to avert needless road fatalities.

He extended his deepest sympathies to the injured and wished them a swift and complete recovery.