A fuel tanker has overturned at the Tincan Liverpool Bridge in Apapa, Lagos, triggering tension and safety concerns in the area as residents rushed to scoop its contents.
The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, caused traffic disruption around the busy Apapa corridor. Eyewitnesses reported that shortly after the tanker fell, people gathered beneath the bridge with containers to collect the spilled fuel, despite the obvious danger.
Emergency responders and security officials are expected to cordon off the area to prevent possible explosions or fire outbreaks, as fuel spills around tankers often pose serious risks to lives and property. Authorities have repeatedly warned the public against scooping fuel from accident scenes, stressing that such actions can be fatal.
As of the time of this report, there is no official confirmation on casualties, while efforts are ongoing to restore order and clear the overturned tanker from the road.
