A petrol tanker explosion has caused a massive fire outbreak on Otedola Bridge in Lagos, Nigeria. The incident occurred around 7-8 pm on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, sending panic through residents and motorists.
According to eyewitnesses and footage shared on X, the tanker lost control, overturned, and burst into flames, affecting nearby structures, including a church, a residential building, and mechanic workshops.
Emergency response teams, including the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), are at the scene working to extinguish the fire and mitigate the situation.
Motorists and residents have been advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes to ensure their safety and facilitate emergency operations.
Source: Punch
