Lagos Gridlock Caused by Dual Accidents
Motorists in Lagos experienced severe traffic gridlock on Gbagada Expressway following two separate accidents involving trailers and cars. LASTMA officials are working to clear the scene.
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Motorists in Lagos experienced severe traffic gridlock on Gbagada Expressway following two separate accidents involving trailers and cars. LASTMA officials are working to clear the scene.

The Lagos State Development and Property Corporation (LSDPC) has rehabilitated the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) Zone 25 office, which was destroyed during the 2020 EndSARS unrest. LSDPC also donated two operational vehicles.

A tanker driver has been arrested by LASTMA officials in Lagos after his vehicle crushed a dispatch rider to death in a fatal accident.

Veteran actor Yinka Quadri was inducted as a special marshal for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) at a ceremony in Oshodi, Lagos.

LAWMA and LASTMA, Nigerian agencies, have cleared illegal structures and vehicles obstructing the corridor along the Badagry Expressway.

Heavy rainfall has triggered flash floods and landslides across parts of India, particularly in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, disrupting railway services and affecting thousands. Simultaneously, Lagos, Nigeria, is experiencing significant gridlock and stranded commuters due to submerged roads and a temporarily shut airport terminal caused by severe flooding.

On World Environment Day, an event in Liepāja, Latvia, raised awareness about microplastic pollution, allowing participants to assess the amount of microplastics on the local beach.

The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with LASTMA, NIPOST, and other stakeholders, has convened a high-level meeting to address and curb fatal road crashes involving dispatch riders on highways. The initiative aims to identify major causes and implement safety measures.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) announced plans to launch a new short code, enabling motorists to receive traffic updates and file complaints directly.

Riga Stradins University (RSU) has presented the results of a comprehensive nationwide biomonitoring study in Latvia, revealing the presence of chemical substances from pesticides and plastic products
A male roadside hawker was crushed to death in a fatal Lagos road crash involving a Lexus Jeep in the Okokomaiko area, according to LASTMA.

Lagos State has deployed 500 additional LASTMA officers to ensure seamless and secure arrangements for President Tinubu’s upcoming visit to the state.

Students from Riga State Technical School have created a device for recycling plastic waste into new products, intended for both experiments and small-scale production.

Izrāde "Dons Kihots" Jaunajā Rīgas teātrī sākas ar pārsteigumu. No augšas nobirst grāmatu kaudze, un tās tiek savāktas melnos plastmasas maisos.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) announced that it impounded over 17,000 vehicles for traffic violations and rescued 1,075 accident victims through emergency interventions in 2025.

A speeding female driver died in a lone Lagos road crash at Mongoro after losing control and hitting a building, with LASTMA warning against reckless driving. This follows earlier reports of a female driver dying in a Lagos road crash, suspected to be caused by brake failure.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) reported receiving 2,843 public engagements through its new toll-free hotline within its first 30 days of operation, as part of efforts to improve transparency and service.

A rescue operation has begun in Poland to locate and free a fallow deer found wandering in the forest with a plastic net entangled around its head.

A source indicates that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and tank farm operators are contributing to persistent traffic congestion along the Mile 2-Apapa road in Nigeria.

Police, LASTMA, FRSC, and other authorities are reportedly helpless in resolving the persistent gridlock on the Mile 2-Apapa highway. The severe traffic congestion continues to plague the vital route, causing significant disruption.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has launched a new toll-free emergency hotline, 3367, to improve traffic response and address complaints in Lagos. This initiative aims to enhance traffic management and public safety.
LASTMA officials successfully rescued two victims who were trapped in a multi-vehicle crash at Ogudu-Alapere. The incident required immediate intervention to free those involved.

A woman was killed and her daughter survived a fatal accident on the Third Mainland Bridge. Preliminary findings from LASTMA are investigating the possible causes of the crash.
LASTMA has reported that 69 people were killed and 246 injured in road crashes in Lagos during the first quarter of 2026. The agency is discussing enforcement efforts and plans to improve road safety in the region.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has voiced concerns regarding the increasing deaths of dispatch riders, highlighting a recent incident where the remains of a deceased rider were handed over to Federal Road Safety Corps officials.
An unidentified bus driver in Lagos, Nigeria, stripped naked in protest after being arrested by officials from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) along the Ogudu axis. A video captured the incident.

An article discusses the changing nature of Easter traditions in Latvia, contrasting childhood memories of being tapped with willow branches with modern practices involving plastic eggs. It explores the significance of these evolving customs.

A fatal Lagos truck accident on the Lekki-Epe Expressway has left four dead after a driver lost control and fled the scene. Read the latest from LASTMA. Read More: https://punchng.com/driver-flees-as-truck-bus-collision-kills-four-in-lagos/

A truck accident in Nigeria resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a LASTMA officer who was on duty, and severely damaged motorcycles.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) released its 2025 report, detailing the rescue of 1,075 crash victims and the impoundment of over 17,000 vehicles.

A woman died after her car crashed into a building in Lagos, an incident described by LASTMA General Manager Olalekan Bakare-Oki as a sad reminder of the dangers of excessive speed and reckless driving.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has opened a physical complaint centre to enhance public accountability and address grievances. This initiative aims to improve public interaction and trust with the agency.

Nordic Plast, a plastic recycling company in Latvia, is investing over 3.6 million euros to modernize its production, aiming to increase recycling capacity, improve product quality, and reduce environmental impact.

The Oshodi-Apapa Expressway experienced severe gridlock and mayhem due to a standoff involving the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), tank farm owners, police, and LASTMA. This situation led to significant traffic disruption in the area.

A commercial bus conductor was arrested in Lagos for allegedly stabbing a LASTMA officer during a traffic enforcement operation. The officer sustained injuries in the incident.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) reported rescuing 353 victims from road crashes and emergencies in Lagos between January and May 2026, also providing safety tips for the rainy season.
A dispatch rider tragically died in a Lagos road crash after colliding with an articulated truck along the Ilupeju Bypass, according to LASTMA officials.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) is intensifying efforts to improve safety for dispatch riders and curb the rising number of accidents involving them on major highways across the state.

Residents living near the "Nordic Plast" plastic recycling plant in Jelgava, Latvia, are complaining about a persistent unpleasant odor, leading to over 60 complaints to the State Environmental Service.
Lagos State’s WAPA Permanent Secretary, Rianat Onigbanjo, has been inducted as a LASTMA Mayor to enhance traffic management and road safety collaboration.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has concluded investigations, clearing its officers of extortion claims and confirming that fines were for traffic violations paid to government accounts, while also warning the public against filing false reports.

A truck driver in Lagos killed a dispatch rider and subsequently fled the scene, prompting the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to urge police for a comprehensive inquiry and justice.

LASTMA said the driver of the truck involved the road crash fled the scene. The post One killed, six injured in Lagos road crash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer and two pedestrians were killed in Lagos, Nigeria, after a truck experienced brake failure and crashed into them.