A cargo truck went up in flames on Wednesday morning on the Ojota Bridge close to the Old Toll Gate.
Authorities said the incident did not cause major traffic disruption.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that the fire broke out at about 8:24 a.m., after which emergency responders were swiftly deployed to the scene.
“A containerised vehicle has caught fire on top of Ojota Bridge, near the Old Toll Gate.”
“The Lagos State Emergency Management Authority and LASTMA have been notified, and emergency responders are on the scene,” LASTMA shared on its official X account.
Firefighters are actively working to put out the blaze, while the LASTMA Rescue and Recovery Team has been deployed to manage vehicle clearance and traffic control.
“A high-capacity tow truck is also on site to facilitate the removal process,” the post added.
Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and comply with traffic directions from officials.
“Currently, traffic flow is not significantly impacted.
However, motorists are advised to prioritise their safety and the safety of others on the road,” LASTMA emphasized.
This incident comes a day after a high-capacity commercial bus catching fire on the Third Mainland Bridge on Tuesday afternoon.
