Accident: FRSC demonstrates committment to road safety
Motorists are advised to exercise patience, adhere to traffic instructions, and remain cautious while driving through the area.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Monday demonstrated its unwavering commitment to ensuring road safety and free traffic flow following a lone accident at Otedola bridge.
The FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander, Mr Kehinde Hamzat, in a statement said a lone Mark Truck (Registration No: AGL 140 YE) carrying a container fell at Otedola Bridge, outward Lagos along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Hamzat said that the FRSC personnel promptly swung into action to manage the situation and restored order.
“The incident, which occurred around 1920 hours, resulted in heavy but moving traffic along the route.
“Thankfully, no injuries were recorded. FRSC officers, in collaboration with other sister agencies, are working tirelessly to clear the obstruction and ease traffic for commuters,” he said.
Hamzat highlighted the critical importance of regular vehicle maintenance and urged companies to adopt the Safe-To-Load programme to help prevent similar incidents in the future.
“Motorists are advised to exercise patience, adhere to traffic instructions, and remain cautious while driving through the area.
“The FRSC assures the public that every effort is being made to resolve the situation swiftly and efficiently.
“For real-time updates or inquiries, please contact our toll-free emergency line: 122,” he said.