A tragic multiple-vehicle accident occurred on Friday morning, April 18, 2025, on Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, resulting in at least three fatalities and several injuries.
The crash, which involved several vehicles including container-laden trucks, caused a significant gridlock, leaving thousands of commuters and motorists stranded for hours.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident, stating that emergency responders were deployed to rescue victims and clear the wreckage to restore traffic flow. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined, but the involvement of heavy-duty trucks suggests potential issues related to vehicle maintenance or driver error.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety on Nigeria’s highways, particularly the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which is notorious for frequent accidents involving heavy-duty vehicles. Authorities are urged to implement stricter regulations and enforcement to prevent such tragedies in the future.
