Fatal Crash on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Raises Safety Concerns

On Friday, a crash on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road resulted in one fatality and three injuries when a Lexus 350 SUV lost control, struck a roadside pole, and overturned. The incident occurred near Eko Hotel, prompting immediate response from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).

Adebayo Taofiq, the agency's spokesperson, reported that good Samaritans helped rescue the injured, who were taken to Duck-Yard Hospital for medical care. Security personnel from Victoria Island assisted in managing the scene.

The circumstances of the victim's death were not disclosed. This incident has reignited concerns regarding motorists' adherence to safety regulations, particularly the speed limit of 30km/h, as some drivers reportedly exceed 120km/h.

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olufemi Dare, had previously warned against such violations. LASTMA's General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed condolences to the deceased's family and reiterated the importance of compliance with traffic laws to prevent further accidents.