Multiple passengers were reportedly injured in a serious road accident that occurred on Monday, July 7, on Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, involving a commercial bus (Danfo) and a Toyota Camry sedan.
According to a statement released by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), the crash took place before Adekunle Junction, heading inward Lagos Island. The commercial bus was said to have somersaulted several times following the collision, leading to chaos and injuries at the scene.
RRS operatives, including bikers and patrol units, arrived swiftly at the scene to administer first aid and coordinate rescue operations. Officers from the Adekunle Police Division also joined in the emergency response, assisting with traffic management and aiding victims.
“A road accident between a Toyota Camry and a commercial bus ‘Danfo’ has left several passengers injured on 3rd Mainland Bridge,” the RRS said in its official statement.
“The commercial bus somersaulted multiple times. Our teams and officers from Adekunle Police Division are on the ground assisting with rescue and medical support.”
As of the time of filing this report, the number of injured passengers has not been officially confirmed, but eyewitnesses say several people sustained varying degrees of injuries. Emergency responders reportedly transported some victims to nearby medical facilities for urgent treatment.
Motorists plying the Third Mainland Bridge were advised to exercise caution, as traffic congestion built up quickly following the incident. Authorities are working to clear the scene and restore normal flow.
Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and the Nigeria Police are expected to launch a formal investigation into the cause of the accident. Speeding and reckless lane changes are suspected contributors, according to preliminary eyewitness reports.
