A lone accident involving a commercial Volkswagen bus occurred along the Ojuelegba axis of Surulere, Lagos, on September 27, 2026. The bus, with registration number LND 130 XR, crashed into a median pole at Ogunlana Junction, inward Ojuelegba, by the Fallout area of Surulere. According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and had been driving recklessly before the crash.
Other motorists approaching from behind had to exercise caution to avoid colliding with the erratically driven bus. A male passenger, attempting to escape from the moving vehicle, jumped out and sustained serious injuries. The passenger later died from those injuries. LASTMA personnel quickly mobilized to the scene, securing it, managing traffic, and removing the damaged vehicle and the remains of the deceased to prevent a secondary collision.
Security personnel from the Area C Police Division, Ojuelegba, provided security cover at the scene, while officials of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEHMU) evacuated the remains of the deceased. The incident highlights the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and reckless driving. LASTMA's General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, commiserated with the family of the deceased and reaffirmed the agency's commitment to prompt response to road crashes and traffic management.
Bakare-Oki urged commercial and private motorists to carry out proper mechanical checks on their vehicles before embarking on journeys. He specifically advised motorists to pay attention to braking systems, tyres, steering mechanisms, and other critical safety components. This, he said, would help prevent accidents caused by mechanically defective vehicles.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for motorists to exercise caution while driving. LASTMA's quick response to the scene helped prevent further accidents and ensured the safe evacuation of the deceased and the damaged vehicle. The agency also urged motorists and other road users to report accidents, vehicle breakdowns, and traffic incidents through its toll-free short code, 3367.
The Lagos State government has been working to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents on the state's roads. The government has implemented various measures, including increased enforcement of traffic laws and improved emergency response systems. However, more work needs to be done to address the root causes of accidents, including reckless driving and poor vehicle maintenance.
The accident has raised concerns about the safety of public transportation in Lagos. The incident highlights the need for stricter regulations and enforcement of safety standards for commercial vehicles. It also underscores the importance of public awareness campaigns to educate motorists and passengers about the importance of road safety.
Key points
- One person died in a bus accident in Lagos on September 27, 2026.
- The accident was caused by a bus driver who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and driving recklessly.
- LASTMA responded quickly to the scene, securing it and managing traffic to prevent further accidents.
