Gas-laden tanker catches fire as driver loses control in Lagos

A gas-laden tanker travelling at high speed struck a road bump and caught fire after the driver lost control along Abaranje Road in the Ikotun area of Lagos State.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), through its Permanent Secretary, Olawale Afolabi, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the incident occurred at the Ola Farm Bus Stop and was swiftly contained by emergency responders, with no loss of life or injuries recorded.

According to the statement, LASEMA officials worked closely with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service to extinguish the fire, secure the area, and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby homes, businesses, and other road users.

He added that officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, the Federal Road Safety Corps, and officers of the Nigeria Police Force from the Ikotun Division managed traffic and crowd control within the period.

“We are grateful to report that there was no loss of life, and no casualties were recorded. The situation has been brought under control, and the fire fully extinguished,” he stated.

LASEMA said efforts were ongoing to evacuate the burnt tanker from the road, adding that heavy-duty equipment had been deployed for the purpose. 

“We use this opportunity to remind all motorists of the importance of adhering to speed limits, particularly around designated bumps and in residential corridors. Such caution saves lives and protects property,” he said.

He restated the agency’s commitment to disaster preparedness, rapid emergency response, and public safety across Lagos State while commending all responding agencies and residents for their cooperation during the operation.