Four Killed in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Crash on September 16

On September 16, 2026, a tragic road accident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near Straight Gate School in Ipara Remo, resulting in the deaths of four male adults. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Ogun State Sector Command confirmed that eight individuals were involved in the crash, which took place around 4 a.m.

According to FRSC spokesperson and Chief Route Commander Afolabi Odunsi, one male adult sustained injuries, while three others escaped unhurt. The collision involved a blue Mitsubishi Cabstar with registration number FGE 753 XA and an ash-coloured HOWO truck with registration number T-695 KT.

Preliminary investigations indicated that speeding and wrongful overtaking were the main causes of the accident, with driver fatigue also contributing. The FRSC rescue team responded to the distress call at 4:33 a.m., arriving at the scene by 4:39 a.m.

The injured victim was transported to Victory Hospital in Ogere, and the deceased were taken to the FOS Mortuary in Ipara. Both vehicles were handed over to the Police Motor Traffic Division, Isara Division, for further investigation.

Ogun State Sector Commander Oludare Ogunjobi urged motorists to prioritize safety, especially during early-morning journeys.