Categories: Local News

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…………..

 

TO READ MORE NEWS UPDATES; CLICK @ https://www.voiceairmedia.com

 

NOTE: YOU can join our WhatsApp, Telegram for the news updates you need by sending your name & location to WhatsApp No. @ Wa.me/+2348111142174

 

 

 

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 since 2021. 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. 📞 +2349058501092, +2348137827714 ✉️ akanjiphilips100@gmail.com

Recent Posts

70-year-Old arrested for Alleged Rape of 10-year-old

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 70-year-old man for allegedly raping a 10-year-old…

28 minutes ago

Peter Obi emerges NDC sole presidential aspirant

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is set to emerge as the presidential flag…

43 minutes ago

Abducted woman rescued, five suspects arrested

A combined team of security operatives has rescued a kidnapped woman identified as Jemila Ibrahim…

1 hour ago

$1.3m + N746m alleged fraud: Ex-Buhari minister Farouq suddenly hospitalized

Former Humanitarian Affairs Minister, Sadiya Umar Farouq is currently hospitalized in Egypt and unable to…

1 hour ago

One dead, two hospitalized in late-night attack

One person has been confirmed dead while two others were injured and are currently receiving…

2 hours ago

Nigerian faces US citizenship revocation over fraud

The United States Department of Justice has filed a civil complaint seeking to revoke the…

3 hours ago