1 dies, 3 injured as truck rams into car on 3rd Mainland Bridge during rain

By Christopher Oji

Following the early morning downpour in Lagos, a truck driver who lost visibility has rammed into a car, killing one and injuring three others on the 3rd Mainland Bridge in Lagos.
The accident involved a mini truck with registration number MUS 489 XS, and a Toyota Camry car with number plate KRD 470 JD.
Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LATSMA), blamed the accident on over speeding by the truck driver.
According to LASTMA’s Director, Department of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, Adebayo Taofiq, “early this morning, operatives of the LASTMA responded swiftly to a serious accident on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, where one life was lost.

“The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, confirmed that one person died in the accident which occurred near the University of Lagos Waterfront heading towards the Iyana-Oworonsoki area of the state.
“Giwa stated that the accident involved a mini truck (MUS 489 XS) and a Toyota Camry (KRD 470 JD).
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the accident was caused by excessive speeding during this morning’s heavy downpour on the bridge.
“Despite the government’s ongoing campaign to educate motorists on speed limits, Hon. Giwa noted that drivers continue to flout the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018.
“He urged both commercial bus drivers and private car owners to avoid speeding, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and other roads throughout the state.
“The deceased was promptly removed by SEHMU officials, while LASTMA cleared the accident vehicles to ensure smooth flow of traffic on the bridge.

“Hon. Giwa extended his condolences to the family of the deceased and emphasised the importance of safety.

“He urged motorists, especially commercial bus drivers to refrain from over speeding during any journey within or outside Lagos.”