Tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge, Lagos
A tanker has caught fire under Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has confirmed. The agency’s spokesperson, Olawale Afolabi, said in a brief message to journalists on Monday that LASEMA received a distress alert about the incident at about 4:24 p.m. He said the agency immediately deployed its […] Tanker catches fire under Otedola…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Lagos has blamed speeding for a tanker crash and subsequent fire on the Otedola Bridge section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. According to a statement from the Sector Public Education Officer, Elizabeth Jayeola, the incident occurred around 4:10 pm on Monday. The tanker, laden with diesel, crashed into the underpass beneath the bridge, igniting a fire.
The FRSC rescue unit arrived at the scene five minutes later, at 4:20 pm. Two adult male occupants of the tanker were injured and taken to the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre, while no fatalities were reported.
The FRSC highlighted the dangers of speeding, particularly for heavy-duty vehicles transporting petroleum products. Corps Commander Kehinde Hamzat emphasized that tanker drivers must prioritize disciplined speed management, regular vehicle maintenance, and strict adherence to road safety regulations. Fleet operators and tanker owners are also urged to improve driver training, enforce realistic schedules, and conduct regular inspections.
The FRSC advised motorists to slow down and follow traffic instructions when approaching emergency scenes involving burning tankers.
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