A devastating tanker explosion which occurred in Lagos, southwestern Nigeria, on Tuesday night, has caused widespread destruction and left many commuters stranded.
The incident occurred at the Otedola Bridge axis, a major highway connecting Lagos to other parts of the country, around 8:00 p.m.
Multiple witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with flames engulfing several vehicles and nearby buildings. HumAngle’s reporter was around the bridge when he saw the tanker explode.
Emergency responders, including firefighters and paramedics, have been deployed to the scene, and efforts are ongoing to extinguish the flames and rescue those trapped in the wreckage. While the exact number of casualties is still unknown, several people were reported injured, and many vehicles were destroyed.
It has also caused a massive traffic gridlock, leaving many commuters stranded for hours. Authorities have also advised motorists to seek alternative routes.
Reacting to the incident, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, in a post on social media, said recovery efforts are ongoing.
“Due to the incident, there is currently no movement in or out of Otedola Under Bridge, resulting in a complete blockade of the area,” part of the post read.
A tanker explosion on Tuesday night at Lagos’s Otedola Bridge, a crucial highway, resulted in widespread destruction and left commuters stranded.
Flames engulfed several vehicles and buildings, creating chaos at the scene, as reported by witnesses including HumAngle’s reporter present at the time of the explosion.
Emergency services, including firefighters and paramedics, rushed to the site to extinguish the fire and rescue trapped individuals.
Although casualty numbers are unconfirmed, injuries and significant damage to vehicles have been reported. The event has caused major traffic disruptions, with commuters advised to find alternative routes. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority confirmed via social media that recovery efforts are ongoing and the area remains a complete blockade.