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JUST IN: BRT bus crashes in Lagos

Ten (10) persons have been injured after a fully loaded high-capacity Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicle overturned inside the dedicated BRT lane at Iyana Ipaja, Lagos State on Friday.

 

According to Politics Nigeria, the accident happened shortly after the bus had departed from the BRT park at Iyana Ipaja.

 

An update by Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), revealed that the bus was said to have ran into an abandoned pedestrian bridge foot immediately after the Iyana Ipaja bridge, resulting in it tipping over onto its side

 

LASTMA added that all the ten victims have gotten the necessary medical attention.

 

LASTMA officials were quickly on the scene to manage the situation and ensure that the victims were promptly taken care of.

 

The accident has caused significant disruption to traffic in the area, with efforts underway to clear the lane and restore normal traffic flow.

 

Motorists and commuters are advised to exercise caution and follow traffic directives as authorities work to resolve the situation. CONTINUE READING…………..

 

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Akanji Philip

Akanji Philip has been working as a reporter with VOICE AIR MEDIA, both onsite at the head office in Odi-Olowo, Osogbo, and remotely. He has covered events at notable political venues, involving prominent figures such as former Osun Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, current Osun State Governor Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, the late Ondo Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and various other representatives and lawmakers. In addition, he has represented the company at various press conferences at police stations and has reported on occasions featuring entertainers and actors, such as Kola Oyewo during Oba-Ile Day in Osun State, among others. -Phone Number: +2349058501092, +2348137827714 -Email: akanjiphilips100@gmail.com

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