17 Rescued, 1 Severely Burnt As CNG Bus Catches Fire In Lagos

Seventeen passengers have been rescued after an 18-seater compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered commercial bus caught fire near Otedola Bridge, inward Alausa, Ojodu Berger, Lagos State, leaving one occupant with severe burn injuries.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said the incident involved a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number EKY 798 YK, which was conveying 18 occupants from the Mowe-Ibafo axis towards Lagos when it suddenly caught fire while in motion.

According to the service, the Alausa Fire Station promptly mobilised its response team following a distress call and commenced emergency operations to contain the fire and rescue occupants trapped in the vehicle.

Seventeen occupants were successfully rescued during the operation, while a male adult, estimated to be about 45 years old, sustained severe burn injuries.

The injured passenger was subsequently handed over to officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) from Ojodu Zone and transported to the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre for urgent medical attention.

The fire reportedly caused extensive damage to the commercial vehicle. Meanwhile, Police officers from the Ojodu Police Division were also deployed to the scene to provide security and support the emergency response operation.

Reacting to the incident, the Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Abimbola Adeseye, reiterated the need for regular vehicle maintenance, particularly among commercial transport operators.

She advised motorists to ensure that vehicle electrical systems, fuel connections and other critical components were routinely inspected and maintained by qualified professionals.

Adeseye further urged motorists to remain vigilant, observe appropriate safety precautions and promptly report suspected mechanical or electrical faults to prevent avoidable fire incidents.

The service reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property through prompt emergency response, fire prevention and sustained public safety awareness.