At least 10 passengers were injured as a fully loaded high-capacity Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicle overturned inside the dedicated BRT lane at Iyana Ipaja, Lagos State.
The accident occurred shortly after the bus had departed from the BRT park at Iyana Ipaja on Friday, August 23, 2024.
According to an update from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the bus ran into an abandoned pedestrian bridge foot immediately after the Iyana Ipaja bridge, causing it to tip over onto its side.
The authorities have confirmed that all 10 victims have received necessary medical attention.
LASTMA officials were quickly on the scene to manage the situation and ensure that the victims were promptly taken care of.
The accident has caused significant disruption to traffic in the area, with efforts underway to clear the lane and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists and commuters are advised to exercise caution and follow traffic directives as authorities work to resolve the situation.
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