tanker explosion at Otedola (photograph credit score: Rapid Response Squad)
The Lagos state Government will prosecute the proprietor and driver of the ill-fated gas tanker which exploded and killed 12 folks on Otedola Bridge, in Berger space of Lagos.
The was disclosed by the state Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgal on Monday after the Security Council Meeting chaired by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.
Already, the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Adeniji Kazeem had on the weekend written to the CP to advise him on the related provisions of the regulation that might information the continuing investigation which might result in potential prosecution.
Confirming receipt of the letter whereas briefing Government House Correspondents, Edgal mentioned investigations into the incident had been ongoing, saying that authorities wouldn't enable automobiles that pose severe hazard to residents on the street.
The police chief, who briefed journalists alongside heads of different safety companies within the state, particularly commiserated with those that misplaced their family members to the tragic incident, whereas additionally commending emergency responders who rapidly raced to the scene to maintain the causality determine low.
“As regards investigation into the matter, it is in top gear. I have just received a letter from the office of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice which stated very clearly charges which we are going to prefer against the driver and the owner of that tanker,” Edgal mentioned.