
Operatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority say a fatal accident involving a tanker and four tricycles has claimed the lives of two persons at the Ikotun Area of Lagos State.
Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo Taofiq said the accident occurred around 12:30pm earlier today after a fully loaded container truck had a brake failure, ramming three tricycles around Synagogue, Ikotun.
Taofiq said the agency and men of the Nigeria Police Force immediately moved the tanker, tricycles and the victims to Ikotun Police Station.
Meanwhile, General Manager of LASTMA, Bolaji Oreagba has warned tanker owners and drivers to always ensure their trucks are in good conditions before embarking on any journey.