A tanker carrying engine oil overturned in front of Albati barracks in Ojuelegba, Lagos State, causing its contents to spill.
Locals immediately gathered with containers to collect the fuel.
The incident has resulted in heavy traffic congestion in the vicinity, prompting authorities to advise commuters to seek alternative routes.
Numerous road users have taken to social media to express their frustration over the traffic caused by the overturned tanker, causing Ojuelegba to trend.
Happening Now: A Tanker conveying engine oil just tumbled at the front of albati barracks, ojuelegba link bridge to fadeyi. pic.twitter.com/Uovb7c94Wq
— A m A z I n G 💙🖤 (@AmazingDarey) February 23, 2024
Fuel tanker fell over on the Ojuelegba-Igbobi Expressway near Ojuelegba, Lagos, and people are scooping fuel. Terrible traffic! Extreme danger!! Please take alternative routes.
— Nejeeb Bello Oyarese (@NejeebBello) February 23, 2024
I've entered the fastest vehicle back to my Local Government. 🏃🏾♂️🏃🏾♂️🏃🏾♂️ pic.twitter.com/G9YTCPuwCI
#aprokovibesng