The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos State Command, has cautioned motorists and the general public concerning a road traffic crash that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, 18th December 2024 on the Kara Bridge, Berger, along the Ibadan-bound carriageway of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
This is contained in a statement by Kehinde G. Hamzat, FRSC Sector Commander, Lagos State
The crash involved a fallen container-laden trailer, resulting in the narrowing of lanes and causing significant traffic gridlock on the outward Lagos section of the expressway. The situation was further complicated by some impatient drivers driving against the flow of traffic on the Lagos-bound carriageway, which is beginning to affect traffic flow in that direction as well.
Motorists and road users are advised to:
Remain calm and avoid panic.
Explore alternative routes to avoid delays.
Postpone non-essential trips where possible to ease traffic congestion.
Exercise patience and caution to ensure safety during this period.
FRSC, in collaboration with Police, LASTMA, and other traffic management agencies, is currently:
•Deploying professionals and mobilizing the necessary recovery equipment to remove the fallen trailer and restore normal traffic flow.
•Ensuring continuous traffic management and minimizing disruptions caused by the incident.
Hamzat assured that the sector remained committed to ensuring the safety of all road users, and urged the public to cooperate with traffic officials on the ground and avoid actions that could worsen the traffic situation. And for updates or assistance, please contact the FRSC Lagos State Command.
