A fatal accident occurred on Monday, 11 November, 2024, at Ayeyoro, Epe, leading to the tragic demise of three individuals, reports thegazellenews.com
The calamity involved a Dangote truck with registered number DCG-TM-028, which experienced a critical brake failure while descending from Ita-Opo.
The out-of-control vehicle collided with a tricycle with registered number AGL 442 QC and a stationary Toyota Camry at the Ayeyoro traffic light before veering into the Ayetoro Market Complex in Epe.
The collision resulted in the death of the tricycle driver and two students from Manpower Technical School.
First responders from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), with the assistance of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), swiftly arrived on the scene to secure the area. The deceased were transported to the Epe General Hospital mortuary.
Prompt efforts were made to clear the wreckage, including the Dangote truck, to control traffic congestion and safeguard other road users.
LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has once again reiterated the importance of vehicular maintenance. He implores all motorists to diligently ensure that their vehicles, particularly the braking systems, are in optimal condition before setting out on any journey. Regular maintenance checks are crucial to preventing such calamitous incidents and preserving lives.
