Tanker Overturns, Explodes in Lagos The resulting fire engulfed at least four nearby trucks Oki also confirmed that reinforcements from neighboring zones were mobilized to support the operation A petrol tanker loaded with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) burst into flames on Sunday at Iyana Isolo, heading toward Oshodi, Lagos, causing panic and raising fears of … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has reported a tragic road accident that occurred on Tuesday at the Iyana Ishasi U-turn, heading towards Mile 2. The accident involved a Howo tipper truck, which had no registration details. Initial investigations revealed that the truck, while speeding through traffic, experienced a sudden brake failure. This caused … Read more
A fatal accident occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, involving a J5 Ford bus loaded with perishable goods and a Mercedes truck. One person was confirmed dead, and four others were rescued from the wreckage during the crash at Ilubirin, inward Sura. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), led by General Manager … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says two persons died on Sunday following a collision involving two trucks on a Lagos road. The LASTMA General Manager, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said in a statement that two other persons trapped in the wreckage were rescued. The statement was signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, Director, Public Affairs … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, says an articulated vehicle killed a revenue collector attempting to collect dues from the driver. This is contained in a statement by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, on Sunday in Lagos. Bakare-Oki said that the accident took place on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, near New Garage, … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has rescued a male passenger who sustained severed injury in a head-on collision between a commercial bus and a dispatch rider. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, confirmed this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Bakare-Oki said the accident took place near Alalade Memorial Hospital, … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA has confirmed an accident involving a fully loaded tanker that experienced brake failure, resulting in the loss of three lives. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the incident occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Sunday at Second Rainbow, inward Mile 2 along Oshodi-Apapa Expressway. A … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, says it rescued a driver whose Lexus 470 Jeep overturned at Alakija near Mile 2, warning against speeding. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made this known in a statement on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, has implored road users to be vigilant, more careful and comply with traffic regulations to avert accidents. Mr General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made the appeal in a statement in Lagos on Sunday. The statement was signed by Mr Taofiq Adebayo, the Director of Public Affairs … Read more
A multiple vehicle accident has claimed the life of a dispatch rider and two others were rescued along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos. This is contained in a statement by the General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, on Friday in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned motorists to desist from causing traffic congestion while queuing for fuel at various filling stations in the state. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, gave the warning in a statement made available to newsmen on Sunday in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, … Read more
Training emphasizes ethics and effective traffic management Cadet officers urged to maintain integrity and discipline Course aims to enhance skills and career advancement Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has underscored the importance of professionalism among its cadet officers in serving the motoring public. Editor’s Pick Admiring President Bola … Read more
The third mainland bridge was partially closed from January 9, 2024, for repairs. The repairs have been completed, clearing the way for the bridge to reopen to traffic. The reopening of the bridge has prompted a message from the traffic management agency in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Bolaji Oreagba has quit as the General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation Mr. Olawale Musa, disclosed the development in a statement late Thursday night. Eko Hot Blog gathered that Oreagba’s exit was as a result of his mandatory retirement from … Read more