A tragic incident occurred in Lagos State on September 29, 2026, when a male passenger died after jumping from a moving commercial bus in an apparent attempt to escape the vehicle as its driver allegedly drove recklessly. The bus, a Volkswagen commercial vehicle with registration number LND 130 XR, crashed into a median pole at Ogunlana Junction, inward Ojuelegba, along the Surulere axis of Lagos State.
According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), preliminary reports indicated that the driver was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and had been driving recklessly shortly before the crash. Motorists approaching the bus from behind had reportedly tried to avoid colliding with the vehicle because of the way it was being driven, leading to a chaotic situation.
As the bus remained out of control, one of the male passengers attempted to escape by jumping from the moving bus. However, he sustained severe injuries after hitting the ground and later died from the injuries sustained in the incident. The incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of road safety.
LASTMA officials conducting routine traffic surveillance in the Ojuelegba area responded to the crash after sighting the accident. The officials secured the scene, managed traffic, and cleared the wreckage and victim from the road to prevent another accident. This prompt response helped prevent further chaos and ensured public safety.
Officers from the Area C Police Division, Ojuelegba, also secured the scene, while officials of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) recovered the deceased passenger's remains. The collaboration between LASTMA, police, and LASEMA ensured a swift and effective response to the incident.
In response to the incident, LASTMA General Manager Olalekan Bakare-Oki urged motorists and commercial transport operators to ensure their vehicles were roadworthy before embarking on journeys. He specifically advised drivers to check critical components, including their brakes, tyres, and steering systems, before putting vehicles on the road.
The agency also urged members of the public to report traffic-related emergencies through its toll-free emergency numbers, 767 or 112, to enable authorities to respond promptly. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution while driving.
Key points
- A passenger died after jumping from a moving bus in Lagos while trying to escape an allegedly drunk driver who was driving recklessly.
- The incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of road safety.
- LASTMA officials responded promptly to the incident, securing the scene and managing traffic to prevent further accidents.
