A collision between a commercial bus and a mini truck on the Third Mainland Bridge near Ilaje, inward Iyana Oworo, has left 18 people injured.
The severe crash caused significant damage to the bus and prompted a swift response from officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and Good Samaritans.
The victims received immediate first aid from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) Response Unit at the scene before being transported to a nearby hospital for further medical attention.
Eyewitness footage revealed the bus mangled beyond recognition, highlighting the severity of the impact.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official confirmation of any fatalities.
Efforts to obtain further details from the Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment for LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, were unsuccessful, as he did not respond to calls.
The cause of the accident has not been determined, but authorities have emphasized the need for caution and adherence to road safety guidelines to prevent similar incidents.
Meanwhile, motorists are advised to expect traffic delays on the affected stretch of the Third Mainland Bridge as officials work to clear the wreckage and restore normal traffic flow.
