In what can be described as a miracle, a truck driver has been rescued by officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) after a serious accident.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday night by the Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq.
Taofiq said the accident happened at 5 pm on Thursday near the Second Gate, heading inward toward Mile 2 when the fully loaded truck overturned while attempting to maneuver at high speed.
The statement said the truck narrowly missed a black Toyota Jeep, with registration number AAA 144 GU.
The statement, which did not provide the name of the driver, said he sustained severe injuries and was rescued and rushed to Apapa General Hospital for immediate medical attention.
“Throughout the rescue operation, Police Officers from Tin-Can Port were on hand to provide security and ensure the safety of those involved,” the statement reads.
“The driver of the Toyota Jeep miraculously escaped unharmed, despite his vehicle nearly being crushed by the 40ft container.
“The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) Response Unit, contacted immediately by the LASTMA rescue team led by Mr. Hakeem Adeosun, provided additional support during the evacuation operation.”
The statement quoted the General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki as extending his heartfelt sympathy to the injured truck driver and wished him a speedy recovery.
The LASTMA GM, the statement added, also emphasized the need for truck drivers to exercise greater caution, reminding them of the critical importance of safety on the road, especially when transporting large and heavy loads.
