Tragedy struck on Monday morning as a driver, attempting to evade arrest by LASTMA officials, claimed the lives of two street sweepers on the Gbagada-Oshodi Expressway in Lagos.
The unidentified driver crashed into LAWMA members at their work location, leading to a protest from upset onlookers and drivers.
Security forces, including the police, swiftly intervened, deploying tear gas to disperse the protesters and restore order at the scene.
LAWMA, in an official statement, verified the fatalities and committed to collaborating with law enforcement to capture and prosecute the responsible driver, identified by the vehicle number EPE 984 DV.
As tensions simmer, LAWMA urged motorists to exercise caution on highways to prevent similar tragedies.
“We wish to appeal to motorists for the umpteenth time, to drive with utmost caution on the highways, to avoid sad incidents like this happening to our sanitation workers or anyone in the course of their legitimate duties.
The public has been urged to remain calm as investigations unfold, with condolences extended to the grieving families of the deceased sanitation workers.
