On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, a tragic accident occurred along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, resulting in the loss of two lives and injuries to several others. The incident involved an oil tanker that crashed into several vehicles, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
According to eyewitnesses, the tanker lost control and veered off the road, colliding with multiple vehicles. The impact was severe, leading to a massive fire that engulfed some of the vehicles involved. Emergency services were quickly summoned to the scene to manage the situation and provide aid to the injured.
The accident has been described as one of the most devastating in recent times along the busy Lagos–Ibadan expressway. The road is a critical artery connecting Lagos and Ibadan, and such incidents highlight the need for improved road safety measures and better emergency response systems.
Rescue teams from the Nigerian National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other emergency services were on the ground to assist in evacuating the injured and recovering the bodies of the deceased. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The incident has sparked concerns about road safety and the need for stricter regulations to prevent such tragedies. Authorities have promised to investigate the cause of the accident and take necessary steps to prevent future occurrences.
