A tragic accident occurred on April 21, 2026, in Lagos, as a truck reportedly owned by Lafarge Africa Plc killed three people, including two pregnant women, in the Abule Egba area.
Newsonspot gathered that the fatal crash happened at the U-turn along Abule Egba Road during the busy evening hours, leaving several others injured. Eyewitnesses described the scene as heartbreaking, with victims lying on the road while residents and passersby rushed to offer help.
According to witnesses, the truck was heading towards Oshodi when it suddenly developed a mechanical fault. The driver reportedly lost control, causing the vehicle to veer off course and ram into pedestrians and nearby vehicles.
Two pregnant women and the truck conductor died instantly, while injured victims were quickly taken to nearby hospitals by good Samaritans before emergency responders arrived.
The incident led to heavy traffic congestion in the Abule Egba axis, as angry residents gathered at the scene, blaming reckless driving and poor maintenance of heavy-duty trucks for frequent accidents in the area.
Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and traffic police later arrived to manage the situation and restore order.
As of press time, authorities had yet to issue an official statement. However, residents are demanding a thorough investigation and stricter enforcement of safety regulations to prevent further loss of lives.
