Petrol tanker fire incident claims two lives in Lagos
By Uzair Adam Imam
Friday night turned tragic as a tanker carrying 33,000 liters of petrol erupted in flames, claiming two lives.
The devastating incident unfolded at the Ijesha end of the Cele Link Bridge in Surulere, Lagos.
According to eyewitness Mr. Jide Alabi, the catastrophe occurred around 11:12 p.m. when the tanker driver lost control while maneuvering the roundabout to ascend the bridge.
The spilled fuel ignited swiftly, creating a massive fireball that engulfed the vicinity.
Ojueko Sharon, a staff member of the Lagos Ministry of Transport, confirmed the tanker’s overturning.
Reports show that prompt responses from the Isolo and Bolade Fire Stations of the Lagos State Rescue and Service contained the situation.
Mrs. Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, stated that their timely intervention doused the flames.
Tragically, two individuals, unidentifiable due to severe burns, lost their lives. Their bodies were handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for necessary procedures.
Efforts are ongoing to clear the wreckage, ensuring smooth traffic flow and facilitating thorough investigations into the incident.
