A tanker carrying petroleum products has caught fire beneath Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, triggering an emergency response and causing traffic disruption in the area.
A tanker fire has caused concern among motorists and residents around Otedola Bridge in Lagos State after a diesel-laden tanker plunged from the bridge and burst into flames on Monday, October 19, 2026.
According to reports from Nigerian media, the incident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, inward Berger, leaving motorists scrambling to avoid the affected area as emergency responders rushed to the scene.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that two people were injured in the incident. The victims reportedly sustained severe burns and were rescued from the danger zone before being transported to the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre at Toll-Gate for medical attention.
Emergency teams, including personnel from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), responded to the incident. Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby infrastructure.
The tanker fire caused significant traffic congestion around Otedola Bridge and the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. LASTMA advised motorists approaching the area to exercise extreme caution, follow traffic officials’ instructions and avoid interfering with emergency operations.
The incident also renewed concerns about the dangers associated with heavy-duty vehicles transporting petroleum products on busy roads.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has ordered an investigation into the incident. Preliminary findings by its Lagos Sector Command reportedly identified speeding as a contributing factor in the crash.
The agency has urged tanker operators to comply with speed limits, maintain their vehicles properly and prioritise public safety when transporting petroleum products.
The tanker fire under Otedola Bridge serves as another reminder of the serious risks associated with tanker accidents on major highways in Lagos. Motorists are advised to remain cautious around emergency scenes and obey instructions from relevant authorities while efforts continue to ensure road safety.
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