Gatekeepers News reports that the unidentified driver was pursued by officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).
In the process of evasion, the driver fatally rammed into members of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) who were stationed at their duty post along the roadside.
The incident sparked public outrage, resulting in demonstrations by passersby and motorists.
Security forces, including the police, intervened and used tear-gas to disperse protesters, in an attempt to quell the situation.
LAWMA has officially confirmed the tragic loss of the two sanitation workers in a statement released on Monday.
“LAWMA is working with security agencies to apprehend and prosecute the errant driver of the car, with vehicle number EPE 984 DV,” the statement read.
“We wish to appeal to motorists for the umpteenth time, to drive with utmost caution on the highways, to avoid sad incidents like this happening to our sanitation workers or anyone in the course of their legitimate duties.
“The public is urged to remain calm as appropriate steps are being taken and necessary measures put in place.
“Our heartfelt condolences go to the families of the deceased, whom we love most dearly. May their souls continue to rest in peace.”
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