Disaster Averted as Fuel Tanker, Lexus SUV Crash in Lagos

A high-speed Lexus SUV and a fully filled gasoline truck collided in the vicinity of Berger Suya, near Mile 2, on Sunday, averting a huge disaster in Lagos. The collision caused a series of collisions that damaged other vehicles that were for sale.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, or LASTMA, claims that a potentially disastrous explosion was avoided because to the prompt action of emergency personnel.

According to a statement released by Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, General Manager of LASTMA, preliminary findings indicated that the Lexus SUV with registration number LSR 606 XH was traveling at a fast speed when it collided with the tanker carrying Premium Motor Spirit, PMS.

Bakare-Oki said, “The impact caused the tanker driver to lose control, forcing the vehicle to veer off the road and crash into multiple unregistered cars displayed for sale along the highway setback.”

He clarified that in order to protect people and property, LASTMA authorities stationed nearby quickly arrived at the incident, closed off the whole corridor, and limited vehicle traffic. The highly volatile fuel was safely transferred into another tanker thanks to the agency’s assistance.

The spilled fuel was flushed and neutralized by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, who also reacted quickly, thus preventing an explosion. During the transloading and evacuation drills, security backup was provided by Trinity Police Division officers.

Bakare-Oki further stated that the tanker driver left the site right away following the collision, while the driver of the Lexus SUV was hurt and turned over to the police for more investigation.

He described the coordinated reaction as a “remarkable demonstration of professionalism, efficiency, and preparedness within Lagos State’s emergency management system,” praising the smooth cooperation between LASTMA, the fire department, and the police.

“Given the volatile nature of the product involved, the rapid containment of the incident prevented what could have been a major disaster,” he said.

Bakare-Oki warned that excessive speeding continues to be one of the main causes of preventable traffic accidents and asked drivers to abstain from reckless driving and strictly adhere to speed restrictions.

He reiterated LASTMA’s dedication to safeguarding people and property by proactive traffic control, ongoing public awareness campaigns, and swift emergency response.

“To ensure that road incidents throughout Lagos are promptly and safely managed, the agency will continue to strengthen its 24-hour operational framework and enhance collaboration with other emergency and security agencies,” the statement continued.