At least five passengers have been injured in a head-on collision involving a mini Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicle and a commercial minibus, popularly known as Korope, along Ikorodu Road in Lagos.
The accident occurred around the Asolo area of the road, within the dedicated BRT corridor, raising concerns over the unauthorised use of the lane by other motorists.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority confirmed the incident on Tuesday, disclosing that the injured passengers had been evacuated to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
The agency said police authorities had been notified to conduct investigations and complete the necessary documentation relating to the crash.
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LASTMA also deployed traffic officials to the affected corridor to manage vehicular movement and prevent further disruption.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns over road safety and compliance with traffic regulations, particularly the restriction of unauthorised vehicles from using dedicated BRT lanes.