- Explosion as Fuel Tanker Crashes in Ikeja
- Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and other emergency response agencies swiftly mobilised to the scene to contain the blaze and manage traffic
- Motorists were advised to avoid the area as efforts were ongoing to put out the fire and prevent further damage
A petroleum tanker transporting Premium Motor Spirit overturned and burst into flames late Wednesday, February 11, in the Ikeja Along area of Lagos State
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the tanker, loaded with petrol, lost balance and fell onto the roadway, spilling its contents and igniting a fire that quickly spread across the affected area.
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Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and other emergency response agencies swiftly mobilised to the scene to contain the blaze and manage traffic.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area as efforts were ongoing to put out the fire and prevent further damage.
Further details are expected as emergency operations continue.
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