The Federal Road Safety Corps on Thursday confirmed the explosion of a petrol-laden tanker along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.
According to Daily Post, the tanker collided with a bus involved which led to the explosion that occurred at Araromi town, before Sagamu interchange, Ogun State.
The spokesperson for the FRSC in Ogun State, Florence Okpe said details of the incident are still sketchy at press time.
Okpe, however, said the rescue operation is still on, adding that the number of people involved is yet to be confirmed.
She explained that the scene has been cordoned off, while traffic was diverted to avert a secondary clash.
“Motorists are advised to make use of alternative routes to avoid unnecessary delay.
“Motorists are advised to remain calm and cooperate with traffic managers managing the situation,” she said
