DIESEL TANKER OVERTURNS AT LIVERPOOL BRIDGE, APAPA; TRAFFIC DIVERTED, RESIDENTS SEEN SCOOPING FUEL

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

A diesel tanker has overturned at Liverpool Bridge, inward Mile 2, Apapa, blocking commuters from using the road and creating a hazardous situation.

Videos circulating on social media on Monday showed residents attempting to scoop diesel from the overturned tanker despite the obvious risks.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, noting that the diesel is spreading on the bridge due to damage sustained by the tank.

“There’s a fallen tanker loaded with diesel on top Liverpool Bridge inward Mile 2. The diesel is spreading on the bridge as a result of the damaged tank,” the statement read.

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LASTMA said men of the Nigerian Police Force from Area B and other safety agencies had been promptly notified and deployed to the scene.

“Traffic has been diverted to that other side of the bridge for safety measures. Please adhere strictly to all instructions from the traffic managers,” the statement added, urging motorists to comply with traffic officials to avoid accidents.

Authorities continue to warn that scooping fuel from accident sites is extremely dangerous, posing risks of fire outbreaks and potential loss of lives, as emergency teams work to contain the situation.

A video of the incident showing residents around the overturned tanker has been widely shared on social media.