Auto clash claims 16 lives in Lagos

Sixteen lives were lost on Tuesday in an auto crash involving two vehicles along Alaro, Epe, Lagos State.

Five other persons were said to be injured in the accident.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos Command, in a statement by its Public Education Officer, Olabisi Sonusi, said that the crash occurred at 03:00am and was caused by impaired visibility due to reckless driving.

The statement reads: “The vehicles involved in the crash were a white bus with Registration number KTN 262YJ and an articulated truck (Registration Number unknown).

“FRSC operatives and other emergency management agencies are on ground, ensuring prompt recovery and evacuation of all crashed vehicles.

“The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Lagos Sector Command, Olusegun Ogungbemide, therefore, advised motorists to always avoid night journey because of impaired visibility at that hour.

“He also admonished the motoring public to always observe construction signage and speed limits at such zones.

“Ogungbemide is also using this medium to commiserate with the families of the deceased, while wishing the injured quick recovery.”