Police accused of pushing driver off Lagos bridge during BRT lane dispute
Several police officers in Lagos have been accused of pushing a motorist off the Odo Iya Alaro Link Bridge during a heated argument over an alleged Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane violation. A video shared by Objectv Media shows the altercation escalating after the officers flagged down the driver. The footage depicts a group of young men and police officers arguing on the bridge, followed by the alleged victim on the ground surrounded by sympathisers. The identity and condition of the victim remain unconfirmed as of the time of reporting.
What happened
- Police officers reportedly flagged down a driver for allegedly using the BRT lane on the Odo Iya Alaro Link Bridge.
- The situation escalated into a heated argument over the penalty before the alleged assault took place.
- A video shows police officers and several young men arguing, and the alleged victim surrounded by sympathisers after being pushed off the bridge.
- The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority manages BRT lane enforcement, but officials have not commented on the incident.
- Attempts to reach police and transport officials, including Kolawole Ojelabi, Bolanle Ogunlola, and Abimbola Adebisi, for comments were unsuccessful.
