Senate directs police frsc to investigate cause of otedola bridge accident

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SENATE DIRECTS POLICE FRSC TO INVESTIGATE CAUSE OF OTEDOLA BRIDGE ACCIDENT

The Nigerian Senate has directed the Police and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to investigate the cause of the recent accident that occurred on the Otedola Bridge in Lagos State.

The accident, which occurred on June 30, 2022, involved a tanker that fell off the bridge, causing a massive fire and resulting in the death of several people.

The Senate, in a motion moved by Senator Olamilekan Solomon (APC-Lagos West), expressed concern over the frequent occurrence of accidents on the Otedola Bridge and the need to identify the causes and prevent future occurrences.

The Senate also urged the FRSC to ensure that all vehicles plying the bridge are properly inspected and certified before being allowed to operate on the bridge.

The motion was adopted by the Senate, and the Police and FRSC were directed to conduct a thorough investigation into the accident and submit their report to the Senate.

The Senate also called on the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing to ensure that the Otedola Bridge is properly maintained and upgraded to prevent future accidents.

The motion was supported by Senators who expressed concern over the safety of motorists and pedestrians on the bridge.

The Senate's directive is aimed at ensuring that the cause of the accident is identified and measures are taken to prevent future occurrences.