Five vehicle crash on Otedola Bridge

Five vehicles on Monday afternoon crashed on Otedola Bridge, inward Berger

According to a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, the agency promptly responded to the situation by deploying its rescue team to the scene of the accident.

“The LRT Tiger Squad stationed at C3 was dispatched at 1:18 p.m. upon receiving a distress call regarding the incident and arrived at the scene at 1:28 p.m. On arrival, first responders observed a multiple-vehicle crash involving five vehicles, including a truck laden with a generator, a containerised truck with registration number ENU 135ZG, a loaded trailer with an unknown registration number, a white Honda with registration number LSR 870BF, and a Lexus car with registration number KTU 682HX,” Oke-Osanyintolu said.

He explained that the accident was as a result of a containerised truck which developed a mechanical fault while in motion, “resulting in loss of control before ramming into three other vehicles, while another truck subsequently rammed into them from behind, leading to the multiple collision.”

It was gathered that the Agency’s LRT, alongside the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and the Nigeria Police Force, promptly implemented traffic control and safety measures to prevent secondary incidents and ensure the safety of road users.

“Through a swift and coordinated rescue operation, all trapped victims were rescued alive. The victims received immediate medical attention at the scene from the Lagos Response Unit Paramedics before being transferred to the Trauma Centre for further treatment. Fortunately, no loss of life was recorded, Oke-Osanyintolu further stated.

Recovery operations are currently ongoing with the support of private towing trucks and a private crane to evacuate the affected vehicles from the roadway and restore free flow of traffic.

LASEMA PS commended the prompt intervention and professionalism of the Agency’s response team, LASTMA, the Nigeria Police, and private partners whose synergy ensured the preservation of lives.
He reiterated the commitment of the Lagos State Government to the protection of lives and property through continuous investment in emergency response capacity, modern equipment, and strategic decentralisation of response units for rapid intervention across the state.

The Permanent Secretary, therefore, urged motorists, particularly drivers of heavy-duty and articulated vehicles, to ensure regular maintenance of their vehicles, adhere strictly to road safety regulations, and exercise utmost caution while driving on major highways.

He also enjoined the members of the public to report all emergencies promptly through the 767 and 112 toll-free emergency lines for swift intervention.