A 55-year-old motorist escaped unhurt after a moving train collided with his Honda car at the PWD railway crossing in Lagos on Friday.
The incident involved a train travelling towards Agege and a Honda car with registration number EKY 902 JT, which was extensively damaged in the collision.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said its operatives, working with security personnel, rescued the driver and removed the wrecked vehicle from the railway track, allowing the train to continue its journey.
However, traffic congestion persisted around the PWD axis following the incident.
LASTMA said the damaged vehicle was subsequently handed over to security personnel for investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
The agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, commended the operatives and security personnel for their prompt response, noting that their coordinated efforts highlighted the importance of collaboration in managing emergencies involving railway operations and adjoining roads.
Bakare-Oki urged motorists to exercise caution when approaching railway crossings and designated train corridors.
He warned drivers against attempting to cross railway tracks when a train was approaching or already in motion, stressing that reckless disregard for railway safety rules could result in devastating and irreversible consequences.
LASTMA also appealed to road users to obey established traffic and railway safety regulations, emphasising that preserving human life must remain a priority.
The agency said responsible driving and strict adherence to safety instructions could help prevent avoidable collisions.