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Fatal Crash Amid Heavy Rain on Third Mainland Bridge
A tragic collision on Saturday morning claimed a life on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge, spotlighting the perilous consequences of speeding in adverse weather conditions. The incident involved a Mini Truck and a Toyota Camry, with excessive speed cited as the cause amidst heavy rainfall, according to LASTMA. Three survivors were rescued near Unilag waterfront by LASTMA operatives.
Mr. Sola Giwa, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Transportation, expressed deep concern over the incident and reiterated the importance of adhering to speed limits enforced by Lagos State law. Immediate medical assistance was provided, and swift traffic management efforts ensured minimal disruption.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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