In a harrowing incident early this morning, multiple passengers sustained injuries when a truck carrying cows collided with a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus at Ibafo bus stop along the bustling Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Ogun State.
The collision, which occurred around 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2024, left a trail of destruction as the truck crashed into the BRT bus while it was loading passengers at the bus stop.
Eyewitnesses revealed that the impact of the collision not only caused injuries to passengers but also resulted in significant damage to shops and kiosks lining the busy highway.
Emergency response teams, including officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the police, swiftly arrived at the scene to provide assistance. However, official statements regarding the incident are yet to be issued by the authorities.
As investigations into the cause of the accident unfold, concerns regarding road safety and the need for stricter enforcement measures are once again brought to the forefront, underscoring the importance of ensuring the safety of commuters on Nigeria’s roadways.
