The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Lagos Sector Command confirms a fatal multiple-vehicle crash that occurred at Cele Bus Stop along the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway at 11:55hrs today.
The crash, which involved seven vehicles and 16 persons (12 males, 4 females), resulted in one confirmed fatality (male) and six persons injured (4 males, 2 females).
The crash was reported at 12:00hrs, with FRSC operatives from RS2.114 Isolo Unit Command arriving on the scene at 12:05hrs, achieving a swift 5-minute response time.
Vehicles involved include:
1. MACK Truck (Blue) – Reg: KSF 593 YA
2. Volkswagen Bus (Yellow) – Reg: LSR 02 YJ
3. Suzuki Bus (Yellow) – Reg: AFK 739 XA
4. Volkswagen Bus (Yellow) – Reg: JJJ 32 XV
5. Volkswagen Bus (Yellow) – Reg: FST 734 XZ
6. Mercedes Benz Car (Red) – Reg: FFF 779 TK
7. Toyota Highlander Jeep (Gold) – Reg: RBC 667 ML
Preliminary investigations attribute the cause of the crash to brake failure on the part of the MACK truck, which led to a chain reaction involving six other vehicles.
The injured victims were promptly transported to the hospital by the Lagos State Emergency Response Team, while the deceased was moved to the mortuary.
Operatives of the FRSC, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), and the Nigeria Police Force are still at the scene managing traffic and coordinating the clearance of the crash site.
The Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, has expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and called for stricter maintenance practices among commercial and articulated vehicle operators.
“We must prioritize routine vehicle checks, especially on critical systems like brakes. This crash is a sad reminder of the need for shared responsibility and caution on our roads,” he said.
Drive Responsibly, Every Life Counts.
For further information, please contact:
RC Elizabeth O. Jayeola
Sector Public Education Officer
FRSC Lagos Sector Command
Email: sectorpubliceducation@gmail.com
Phone: 07058037459
