Two Dead, Two Injured In Adekunle–Iyana Oworo Road Crash

Two persons have died, while two others sustained serious injuries in a road accident involving a commercial bus and a pickup van along the Adekunle corridor, inward Iyana Oworo, Lagos State.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that the crash involved a Suzuki commercial bus with registration number KTU 333 YF and a pickup van.

According to the agency, its operatives arrived promptly at the scene to coordinate rescue operations, secure the area and facilitate the evacuation of the victims.

The bodies of the two deceased victims were subsequently recovered and handed over to the Lagos State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU), also known as SHEMU, for further necessary procedures.

The two injured victims, a man and a woman, were taken to the General Hospital, Odan, for urgent medical attention.

LASTMA also handed over the damaged vehicles and the driver of the Suzuki bus to officers of the Yaba Police Division, who maintained security and ensured order at the scene throughout the rescue and recovery operations.

Reacting to the incident, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured victims a speedy recovery.

Bakare-Oki urged motorists to comply with traffic regulations, observe prescribed speed limits and remain vigilant while driving, stressing the need for responsible road use to prevent avoidable accidents.

He further advised drivers to maintain safe following distances, avoid reckless manoeuvres and ensure their vehicles are in good condition before embarking on journeys.

The LASTMA boss reiterated the agency’s commitment to effective traffic management and emergency response, urging all road users to prioritise safety and respect human life.

The incident highlights the importance of strict adherence to road safety measures to reduce accidents and protect lives on Lagos roads.