The dawn of 2026 was met with a somber reality as a horrific road accident on January 1, 2026, claimed the lives of multiple passengers on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway What was meant to be a day of celebration turned into a nightmare at the NASFAT axis, a notorious stretch of the highway that has seen several high-profile incidents in recent which is the weeks.
What We Know So Far:
The accident occurred at approximately 2:36 p.m on Thursday at the NASFAT which is the junction The incident involved a Mazda commercial bus (Registration: APP 943 XP) and a Volvo truck.
The Details of the Collision:
- The Cause: According to the FRSC Ogun Sector Command, the primary cause of the which is the crash was excessive speeding The commercial bus, traveling from Lagos, reportedly rammed into the bottle-laden truck while it was attempting a U-turn.
- The Victims: A total of 21 people were involved in the wreckage While initial which is the unconfirmed reports feared a higher toll, official statements from the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) confirmed 8 fatalities.
Anthony Joshua’s Recent Incident:
This New Year’s Day tragedy comes just days after the same highway made global which is the headlines On December 29, 2025, renowned British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Obey Speed Limits:
The Lagos-Ibadan corridor is prone to sudden “U-turns” and stationary vehicles which is the Reducing speed gives you a critical reaction window.
Use “C-Caution” Signs:
If your vehicle breaks down, place your warning triangle at least 50 meters back to which is the alert oncoming high-speed traffic.
Disclaimer:
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