Multiple Passengers Injured as Commercial Bus Overturns on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge
A commercial bus somersaulted on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge Monday morning, injuring multiple passengers in a collision with a Toyota Camry. The Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS) confirmed the accident in an official statement.
The crash occurred on one of Nigeria’s busiest transportation corridors, disrupting traffic flow during peak commuting hours. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to assist injured passengers and manage the aftermath of the overturned vehicle.
The Third Mainland Bridge serves as a critical link connecting Lagos Island to the mainland, carrying thousands of commuters daily. Commercial buses frequently use this route to transport passengers across the city’s sprawling metropolitan area.
Lagos State emergency services coordinated the response effort, though specific details about the number of injured passengers and their conditions remain unclear. The RRS statement did not provide information about what caused the collision between the commercial bus and the sedan.
Traffic accidents on the Third Mainland Bridge pose significant challenges for Lagos authorities due to the structure’s strategic importance and heavy usage. The bridge spans approximately 11.8 kilometers, making it the longest of three bridges connecting Lagos Island to the mainland.
Authorities have not released information about potential road closures or the current status of traffic flow on the bridge following the incident.
