Fuel tanker overturns, emergency teams respond in Epe
A fuel tanker carrying 45,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit overturned on Ijako Road, inward Oke Oso, along the Ajah Expressway in Epe. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency quickly responded to the incident, mobilising its team and collaborating with other agencies. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, confirmed that no fatalities or injuries were reported. Authorities managed the situation to prevent fire outbreaks and ensure the safety of motorists.
What happened
- The tanker reportedly overturned while ascending Ijako Hill due to a mechanical failure, specifically a detached propeller.
- LASEMA received a distress alert at 11:32am and arrived at the scene within minutes to begin containment.
- One compartment of the tanker was leaking, prompting immediate safety measures by responders, including the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service.
- Multiple agencies, including the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, participated in the response.
- An empty tanker was brought in to transfer the fuel safely before recovery of the fallen truck, and motorists were advised to avoid the area.
