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Driver Escapes Death As 40ft Container Falls On Car In Lagos

by Yusuf Babalola
8 months ago
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In a miraculous escape, a driver has survived an accident involving a 40-ft loaded container, which fell on a Toyota Camry car in which he was driving, at Mile 2, en route to Apapa in Lagos.

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Through the swift and coordinated response of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the driver of the vehicle was rescued alive.

A statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, said the victim received immediate medical attention after being rushed to the hospital by the joint rescue team.

“Security during the operation was effectively maintained by Officers from the Kirikiri Police Division, who ensured a secure and orderly environment for the emergency responders.

“Following the rescue, the Toyota Camry was successfully removed from beneath the container,” he stated.

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Taofiq added that efforts to evacuate the fallen container were in full swing, while LASTMA officers continue to manage the scene to ease traffic congestion and restore normalcy.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has reiterated the critical importance of proper container securing by truck drivers and owners.

He stressed that negligence endangers lives and property, urging strict compliance with road safety protocols to avert such catastrophic occurrences.

“LASTMA remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the safety and efficiency of Lagos roadways and continues to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to uphold traffic laws and enhance public safety,” the statement added.


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