​By CHIAZO OGBOLU

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says a 40-foot container truck lost control, overturned onto a commercial minibus and crashed into roadside structures, injuring a Point of Sale (POS) operator.

​The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday in Lagos.

​Bakare-Oki said the accident occurred along the service lane near the Police Tactical Team Station at Second Rainbow inward Oshodi, Lagos.

​He said the accident occurred when the driver of the articulated truck, conveying a fully loaded 40-foot container, lost control.

​“The truck overturned and fell on a commercial minibus, while also crashing into nearby roadside shops.

​“A female POS operator sustained severe injuries to both legs during the incident.

​“The injured victim was promptly rescued and taken to a nearby hospital by officers of the Police Tactical Team for urgent medical attention,” he said.

​He added that LASTMA operatives swiftly mobilised to the scene to manage traffic, secure the area and support rescue efforts in collaboration with security agencies.

​The LASTMA boss said the truck driver was apprehended and handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for further investigation and possible prosecution.

​He noted that a recovery vehicle was deployed to remove the overturned truck and damaged bus, while police officers from the Orile-Iganmu Division commenced investigation into the incident.

​Bakare-Oki said in spite of the scale of the accident and damage recorded, traffic flow was largely maintained due to the prompt intervention of LASTMA officials.

​He urged operators of articulated vehicles and logistics firms to ensure regular maintenance of their trucks, especially braking systems, to prevent accidents.

​“Negligence in vehicle maintenance remains a major threat to lives and property on our roads. There is a need for motorists to adhere to safety standards,” he said. (NAN)