The Lagos State Government has expressed grief over the death of a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer and two others in a fatal road accident at the Badagry Roundabout, inward Seme, on Monday, February 23, 2026.
According to LASTMA, the crash involved a fully loaded SHACMAN truck belonging to the Dangote Group. Preliminary investigations indicate that the truck suffered brake failure while speeding, causing the driver to lose control.
The vehicle struck a LASTMA officer who was on duty regulating traffic, as well as a pedestrian at the roundabout, before continuing and hitting another individual about 200 metres away. All three victims sustained fatal injuries. The driver initially fled the scene but was later arrested by LASTMA officials and handed over to the police.
Emergency responders, including LASTMA operatives, the police, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), were deployed to the scene. The victims were taken to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead.
Reacting to the tragedy, LASTMA General Manager Olalekan Bakare-Oki described the loss as devastating, noting that the fallen officer died in the line of duty. He said the incident highlights the daily risks faced by traffic personnel and reinforced calls for stricter safety standards among haulage and logistics operators.
“Mechanical failures, particularly faulty braking systems, remain a major cause of fatal crashes on Lagos roads,” Bakare-Oki added.
The accident vehicle has been impounded and transferred to the Badagry Police Division for forensic investigation.
LASTMA stated it would work with relevant agencies to ensure accountability and prevent future occurrences, while the Lagos State Government reiterated its commitment to enhancing vehicle monitoring, emergency response, and public road safety awareness across the state.
