Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, visited victims of the train/BRT accident at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), to sympathise with the injured.
He was accompanied by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, and Chief Medical Director of LASUTH, Prof. Adetokunbo Fabanwo.
Earlier, Sanwo-Olu had sympathised with victims of the train accident, out of which six persons have been confirmed dead.
He tweeted: “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 the ground and we will share more information shortly.”
A moving train collided with a Lagos State government staff bus between Sogunle and Ikeja.