A devastating multiple-vehicle crash on Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway left commuters and motorists stranded for hours on Friday, April 18, 2025. This sparked widespread frustration and renewed calls for road safety reforms. The accident occurred around 7 a.m., involving several vehicles, including articulated trucks and a private car. This brought traffic to a near standstill on one of Nigeria’s busiest highways.
Images from the scene depict a mangled car crushed beneath a truck, with debris scattered across the road. Emergency responders, including the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and Nigeria Police Force, swiftly arrived to manage the situation. They evacuated vehicles and attended to the injured from the multiple-vehicle crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.
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While authorities have not confirmed fatalities, reports indicate at least one accident was fatal, involving a truck carrying steel coils. The gridlock stretched as far as Otedola Bridge, Mowe, and the 7-Up area, leaving thousands stranded.
LASTMA reported that the road was cleared by 12:27 p.m., but efforts continued to ease the backlog. Social media reactions highlighted the recurring accidents on Kara Bridge, with users like urging investigations into the bridge’s safety. Others, including suggested redesigning the bridge to eliminate its steep slope, which many believe contributes to crashes. The recent multiple-vehicle crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway has intensified these calls.
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The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. This is a critical route connecting Nigeria’s economic hub to other regions. Over 3,000 lives have reportedly been lost on Kara Bridge since its construction. As a result, there are calls for urgent infrastructure upgrades and stricter traffic enforcement. As commuters demand action, authorities face mounting pressure to address the systemic issues highlighted by this multiple-vehicle crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.
