A fully loaded high-capacity Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicle overturned in the designated BRT lane at Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, resulting in injuries to ten passengers.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) reported that the incident took place shortly after the bus left the BRT park at Iyana Ipaja.
In an update shared on X, the agency stated that the bus collided with an abandoned footbridge immediately after the Iyana Ipaja bridge, leading to its overturning.
Authorities have confirmed that all ten passengers have received the necessary medical care.
LASTMA officials arrived promptly at the scene to manage the situation and ensure the victims were looked after.
The accident has caused considerable traffic disruption in the area, and efforts are underway to clear the lane and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists and commuters are urged to exercise caution and adhere to traffic directions as authorities work to resolve the issue.
