The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has successfully rescued a truck driver who was trapped inside the cabin of a 40-foot containerised truck that overturned along Shagamu Road at Oke Gbegun, near LASPOTECH, Ikorodu. The incident occurred around midnight on Sunday when the fully loaded truck reportedly experienced brake failure.
LASTMA stated that the rescue was particularly challenging due to the angle at which the truck had overturned and the heavy load it was carrying. “When we got the call, the driver was still inside the cabin. It was a tense situation because the truck was fully loaded and the angle of the overturn made rescue challenging,” the agency said on its official social media handle.
The LASTMA Rescue & Recovery Team promptly deployed a Super Metro 002 high-capacity recovery truck to ilize the vehicle and free the driver. Traffic on the main road was heavily affected, forcing officers to divert motorists to alternate routes while emergency access was maintained.
After about an hour of careful operations, the driver was rescued alive, much to the relief of onlookers and stranded commuters. LASTMA noted that the container box still required lifting by a crane, but partial traffic flow was restored after the flatbed truck was cleared from the roadway.
The agency urged motorists to continue following diversions and cooperate with traffic officers while recovery operations were ongoing. “We advise all drivers using Shagamu Road to take alternate routes and exercise caution,” LASTMA added.
The quick response by LASTMA highlights the importance of coordinated traffic management and emergency intervention in Lagos, especially given the city’s high volume of commercial vehicles and containerised trucks.
Wow, did LASTMA really rescue that truck driver all by themselves? Impressive teamwork or just part of their job? Comments?
I cant believe they risked their lives to rescue him! Shouldnt the driver be more careful? Lets discuss.
Shouldnt truck drivers receive better training to prevent such accidents in the first place? Safety first, people! 🚛🚦
Wow, isnt it amazing how LASTMA always comes through in tricky situations? Their quick response saved a life!
Shouldnt the focus be on preventing such accidents in the first place? Lets discuss proactive measures instead of just reacting.
Im glad LASTMA was able to rescue the driver, but why was the container truck overturned in the first place? Soing seems fishy here.
Wow, can you imagine being stuck in an overturned truck? Kudos to LASTMA for their quick response and rescue efforts!
Why should we praise LASTMA for doing their job? Its their duty to rescue trapped drivers. Lets focus on more pressing issues.
Wow, kudos to LASTMA for their quick action! But shouldnt we also discuss how to prevent such accidents in the first place?