Petrol tanker driver kills motorcyclist, passenger in Lagos

A petrol tanker driver has allegedly killed a commercial motorcyclist and his passenger along the Epe–Ijebu Road, Epe, Lagos State.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Giwa said the incident occurred at Pokia Junction, inward Araga, along the Epe–Ijebu Road.

Giwa stated that preliminary investigations revealed that the commercial motorcyclist, who was conveying a male passenger, was unlawfully plying a prohibited route (one-way) when he was struck by the speeding tanker.

He said: “This is a blatant contravention of existing traffic statutes.

“The violent impact proved fatal, resulting in the instantaneous death of both the rider and his passenger.”

He added that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) operatives were promptly mobilised to the scene and had taken the tanker driver into custody, while the affected area was cordoned off to avert secondary mishaps and ensure public safety.

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The governor’s aide added: “Relevant security agencies, including the Federal Road Safety Corps, were duly notified in strict adherence to established emergency response protocols.

“Thereafter, the remains of the deceased motorcyclist and his passenger were transferred to officers of the Nigeria Police Force attached to the Noforija Police Division.

“The apprehended tanker driver was also handed over to the police for thorough investigation and appropriate legal action.”

Giwa reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s resolve to intensify traffic law enforcement while safeguarding lives and property across the state.

Giwa also urged all road users to cultivate responsible driving habits and maintain uncompromising adherence to traffic regulations.

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