- The explosion happened around 4 p.m. near the Old Toll Gate in Mojoda Community along the Epe-Ijebu Ode Expressway.
Commercial and vehicular activities were disrupted in Epe local government area of Lagos State on Wednesday after a fuel tanker exploded.
The explosion happened around 4 p.m. near the Old Toll Gate in Mojoda Community along the Epe-Ijebu Ode Expressway.
The tanker was reportedly transporting fuel out of Lagos when the explosion occurred.
Emergency reports indicate that at least two individuals, including the tanker driver, narrowly escaped before the vehicle burst into flames.
The incident forced motorists to take alternative routes, leading to traffic congestion along the expressway.
Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed the explosion and reassured the public that swift measures were underway to control the blaze and prevent further damage.
“The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is currently battling a fuel tanker inferno on the Epe-Ijebu Ode Expressway, near the Old Toll Gate, Mojoda, Epe, Lagos State,” Adeseye said.
“There are no vulnerable individuals within the immediate scene except for the tanker occupant, as efforts are ongoing to bring the situation under control.”
Authorities continue to monitor the situation while urging motorists to exercise caution and adhere to safety instructions.
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