A diesel tanker fell off Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Monday, October 19, 2026, and burst into flames beneath the bridge towards Berger.
Reports indicate that two people sustained severe burn injuries and were rescued by emergency responders before being taken to hospital for treatment.
Firefighters and other emergency agencies responded to the incident, while the accident caused traffic congestion around the affected corridor.
The incident has renewed concerns about road safety and the dangers associated with heavy-duty fuel tankers.
