Gov Sanwo-Olu reacts as train collides with Lagos staff bus

 

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reacted as a train collided with a BRT bus in the Ikeja area of the State.

 

Two persons were confirmed dead, and many casualties were recorded as a moving train crashed into a Lagos State Government bus known at the PWD bus stop in the Ikeja area of the state on Thursday morning.

 

Reacting on his Twitter page, Sanwo-Olu expressed sadness over the incident.

 

He wrote, ”I am deeply saddened by the news of the train/bus accident . The vehicle was conveying staff of the Lagos State Government, our staff who serve the state in different capacities. Let’s say a prayer for the families and a prayer of mercy and protection for our state.

 

”My thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. A big thank you to well-meaning Lagosians who immediately joined in rescue efforts.

 

”Our first responders and emergency services are on ground and we will share more information shortly.”