Driver flees after killing woman going to church in Lagos

A Mercedes-Benz C-300 driver on Saturday absconded from the scene of an accident that culminated in the death of a woman in Lagos State.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made this known via a statement issued on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

Bakare-Oki disclosed that the accident happened at the NYSC Bus-Stop, inward Igando, on Saturday morning.

He said the deceased was enroute to a worship service at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Church, Igando, when she was fatally struck by the driver of the Mercedes-Benz.

The LASTMA boss stated: “Reports indicated that the victim was lawfully navigating the designated pedestrian corridor when the vehicle, under circumstances yet to be ascertained, veered into her pathway.

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“Upon receipt of distress alerts, LASTMA personnel stationed along the Igando axis promptly cordoned off the accident scene to forestall secondary collisions and ensure the safety of other road users.

“Vehicular movement within the corridor was meticulously regulated to prevent congestion and additional hazards, while requisite safety procedures were immediately activated.”

He said in a profoundly heartrending turn of events, news of the tragedy reached the MFM Church during service, where the victim’s husband was already present among fellow congregants.

“Overcome with anguish, he and members of the church community proceeded to the scene and respectfully conveyed the remains of the deceased for necessary rites,” Bakare-Oki added.

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