Three passengers have been from the scene of a falling tanker on Otedola Bridge, Berger area of Lagos State on Thursday.
The fuel-laden tanker overturned and trapped a 14-seater bus belonging to a company that conveyed the passengers. Immediately after the tanker fell, some residents of the area trooped out to scoop fuel, notwithstanding the huge risk associated with the act.
The articulated vehicle lost control while conveying Diesel outward to Lagos Capital Oil Filling Station, Lagos Ibadan Expressway, Berger, Lagos and blocked vehicular movement.
Emergency officials including the Lagos State Fire Service were deployed on the ground to quench the fire to avoid a major disaster in the area.
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