Cynthia Ezegwu
A multiple-vehicle crash involving several trucks and a container-laden trailer on Kara Bridge, inward Mowe, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has left eight people injured and caused a major fire outbreak and heavy traffic congestion.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in a post on its official X handle on Thursday, noting that emergency responders were on the scene to contain the situation and evacuate the affected vehicles.
According to the agency, the crash involved a truck and a container-laden trailer that went up in flames, another truck that spilled cartons of biscuits onto the road, and a separate container truck that rammed into the bridge barrier, sending its carrier plunging into the river.
“Eight casualties recorded and effort is on top gear for recovery and evacuation of the vehicles involved,” LASTMA stated.
The accident resulted in a significant traffic gridlock stretching from Kara Bridge to Ogunnusi Road along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
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LASTMA advised motorists to remain patient and consider alternative routes while recovery operations continue.
It added that personnel from the agency, the police, and other emergency services were on the ground clearing debris and coordinating rescue efforts.
“A high-capacity tow truck and SEMA ambulance are on site, while a crane machine is also expected to arrive soon at the scene to recover all burnt and affected vehicles,” the statement added.