A commercial bus caught fire on Third Mainland Bridge near UNILAG, causing heavy traffic in Lagos as emergency responders tackle the blaze

A commercial bus caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge near the UNILAG Waterfront, inward Iyana Oworo, on Monday, causing significant traffic disruption.

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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident on X (formerly Twitter), noting that fire service officials were on the scene attempting to extinguish the blaze.

“A commercial bus has caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge near the UNILAG Waterfront, inward Iyana Oworo. Fire Service officials are currently on the scene making concerted efforts to extinguish the blaze,” the agency stated.

The fire caused extensive congestion, with traffic backing up to Adekunle. Motorists were urged to exercise patience while emergency services worked to restore normal flow.

The cause of the fire remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities have not reported any casualties at the time of filing.

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The incident highlights persistent safety concerns on Lagos’ major transport arteries and underscores the need for vigilance by both commercial operators and commuters.