A partial collapse of the Five-Star pedestrian bridge on Oshodi-Apapa Expressway caused chaos yesterday morning, but fortunately, no fatalities were reported.
Incident Details:
- Time: 6:30 am
- Cause: Articulated truck collision with the bridge
- Location: Five-Star pedestrian bridge, Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, Lagos
Emergency Response:
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) swiftly responded to ensure public safety, cordoning off the area and deploying heavy-duty equipment to remove debris.
Recovery Efforts:
Ongoing operations focus on completely clearing the road of concrete debris.
LASEMA Statement:
“Preliminary investigations revealed that an articulated truck carrying heavy equipment collided with the bridge, causing cracks and subsequent collapse.”
Source: The Nation Newspaper
