LASTMA Warns Dispatch Riders After Ikeja Railway Crossing Accident

A tragic collision between a moving train and a dispatch motorcycle at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja has claimed the life of a dispatch rider, prompting renewed warnings from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on the dangers of reckless driving.

According to an official statement released by LASTMA, the accident occurred earlier today when the rider of a dispatch bike identified by registration number AGL 179 QR attempted to speed across the railway track in a bid to access the Government Reserved Area (GRA) of Ikeja.

Eyewitness accounts and preliminary investigations by on-site security personnel suggest that the rider, travelling at high speed, tried to outpace an approaching train but was fatally struck in the process.

The victim reportedly died instantly, while the train continued its journey down the line.

LASTMA officials were first to respond, immediately securing the scene to prevent further incidents and maintain traffic flow in the area.

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They were supported by officers from the Shogunle Police Division, while the Lagos State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU) later arrived to evacuate the body of the deceased.

In a statement, LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed condolences to the victim’s family and called the incident a sobering reminder of the consequences of impatience on the road.

“This is a distressing reminder of the dire consequences of impatience and disregard for traffic safety rules, particularly at railway level crossings,” said Bakare-Oki.

He appealed directly to dispatch riders and other road users to exercise caution, patience, and discipline especially around railway crossings.

The General Manager emphasised the need for strict adherence to traffic lights, signals, and warning signs across Lagos and the country at large to prevent similar tragedies.

Bakare-Oki also reiterated LASTMA’s commitment to public education and enforcement, saying the agency will continue to advocate for safety and orderliness across the state.

“We remain committed to public enlightenment, proactive enforcement, and safety advocacy in our mission to ensure sanity and discipline across the Lagos metropolis,” he added.