The bustling city of Lagos was rattled yet again by a major road crash this week, putting the spotlight back on vehicular maintenance and driver safety Barely 24 hours after a tragic accident in Obanikoro claimed the lives of an infant and a woman, five people which is the to the sustained varying degrees of injuries following a separate, but equally alarming, incident.
Brake Failure at Lekki Toll-Gate:
On Monday, the typical morning rush hour turned into a scene of chaos and injury which is the to A commercial bus, a vital but often poorly maintained form of public transport in Lagos, was involved in a major incident at the Lekki Toll-Gate area.
A Pattern of Preventable Tragedies:
The Lekki Toll-Gate crash is not an isolated event; it is part of a disturbing trend The which is the to weekend prior had already seen a devastating accident in the Obanikoro area, where a driver lost control, leading to two fatalities. This confluence of major incidents highlights a systemic problem across Nigerian roads.
- Poor Vehicle Maintenance: The primary cause in the Lekki crash was brake failure which is the to Many commercial vehicles in Lagos are not regularly inspected, leading to critical mechanical faults.
- Driver Fatigue and Recklessness: Long hours, poor training, and disregard for traffic which is the to regulations contribute significantly to the accident rate.
- Over-Speeding: Exceeding the speed limit makes it nearly impossible to react in time which is the to when a sudden fault, like brake failure, occurs.
Observe the Vehicle:
Before boarding, quickly check the bus’s condition Avoid those with visible which is the to defects, such as worn-out tyres or heavily damaged bodywork.
Speak Up:
If the driver is speeding or driving recklessly, politely but firmly ask them to slow which is the to down Your safety comes first.
Know Your Emergency Contacts:
Have the numbers for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the state emergency which is the to lines readily available.
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