Fuel tanker explosion at Ojo barracks in Lagos

A fuel tanker explosion at Ojo barracks, Lagos, has been experienced this morning. The accident reportedly occurred as a result of the bad roads in the area.



Many cars were razed in the inferno, which also affected for petrol tankers leading to an increased intensity in the fire

This explosion comes few months after the one on Otedola bridge where over 10 persons were burnt beyond recognition and over 50 cars were destroyed.

As of the time of filing the report, the fire seemed to have been quelled but there is no report yet on if there is any casulaity in the incident.

"@tejiri_official: @Gidi_Traffic clip from the tanker explosion that happened earlier today at barracks bus stop, LAGOS BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY. Several vehicles were burnt. That road is terrible and needs urgent intervention.#GIDITRAFFIC pic.twitter.com/pU6LCjdnEU

— GIDITRAFFIC (@Gidi_Traffic) October 2, 2018