The tragic incident involved a truck belonging to the Dangote Group. Preliminary reports indicate that the fully loaded SHACMAN truck experienced a brake failure while moving at high speed. The driver reportedly lost control, striking a LASTMA officer who was on duty managing traffic, as well as a pedestrian at the roundabout. The vehicle continued its course, killing another ব্যক্তি before finally coming to a halt about 200 meters from the initial crash point.
Emergency responders, including LASTMA personnel, officers from the Badagry Police Division, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and concerned residents, swiftly arrived at the scene. The victims were transported to General Hospital, Badagry, where they were confirmed dead.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, describing the incident as devastating.
