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A tragic collision involving two trucks on the Eko Bridge led to a 20-foot container falling and killing two dispatch riders. Authorities blame driver fatigue and overspeeding.

  • A speeding truck driver allegedly dozed off, crashing into another Mack truck on the Eko Bridge.
  • The impact dislodged a 20-foot container, which fatally crushed two passing dispatch riders.
  • Emergency teams rescued an injured driver; two others fled the scene, sparking a manhunt.
Both dispatch riders were simply navigating their daily routes when they met their end in a preventable tragedy. Their deaths highlight the dangers faced by road users, especially those in vulnerable jobs, amid growing concerns over truck safety in Lagos.

How many more lives must be lost before Lagos enforces stricter regulations on heavy-duty vehicles? Authorities must act now — with routine checks, driver evaluations, and stricter penalties — to prevent another disaster.