A tragic lone accident along the Isheri Elemu inward Ijegun axis of Lagos State has claimed the life of a truck driver, while his assistant, commonly referred to as the motor boy, survived with injuries.
Details of the Incident
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident, which occurred on Friday. According to the General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the truck, an empty 40-foot articulated vehicle, reportedly lost balance while in motion before overturning along the corridor.
The driver became trapped beneath the overturned vehicle and died instantly due to the impact. The motor boy sustained multiple injuries and fractures.
Emergency Response
LASTMA rescue and recovery teams responded swiftly to the scene, extricating the deceased and evacuating the injured victim for medical attention. Officials of the Isheri Osun Police Division provided security support during the operation, ensuring orderliness and assisting emergency responders.
Condolences and Call for Safety
Bakare-Oki expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and wished the injured motor boy a speedy recovery. He reiterated the agency’s commitment to road safety enforcement and advocacy.
He urged operators of articulated vehicles to prioritize regular mechanical inspections and maintenance, warning that preventable mechanical failures continue to pose serious risks on Lagos roads.
