A section of the Lagos State Blue Line rail track was engulfed in flames on Saturday.
The fire broke out at a location opposite NEPA Station near Eko Bridge, heading towards Apogbon.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, confirmed that no casualties were reported.
In a post on X, Akosile stated, “There was a fire outbreak on a small section of the Lagos Blue Line track at a spot opposite NEPA Station by Eko Bridge inward Apogbon. The incident occurred at 4:12 PM. Thankfully, no casualties were reported, and no trains were in service at the time.”
He added that a team of safety and emergency personnel, along with first responders, had successfully extinguished the fire.
“Lagosians in that area can continue with their activities peacefully as the situation is under control. Please await further updates regarding train operations from @Lamataonline.”