A serious traffic disruption occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Monday, January 19, 2026, after a driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel.
Collision at Adeniji Intersection
The incident involved a yet-to-be-identified driver of a Lexus jeep. According to officials from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the driver was "fast asleep while driving" before ramming into another vehicle. The collision took place specifically at the Adeniji Intersection area of the iconic bridge.
Emergency Response and Traffic Impact
Personnel from LASTMA and the Nigeria Police Force were swiftly deployed to the scene. Their immediate actions included placing safety cones behind the accident site and initiating the evacuation of the two damaged vehicles.
The aftermath of the crash caused significant traffic congestion. Traffic movement from the Adekunle axis inward towards the Island was heavily affected, leading to long delays for commuters during the day.
Public Reaction and Safety Calls
LASTMA shared a video of the accident scene on its official X handle, @followlastma. The post sparked reactions from the public, with one X user, Ọlánrewáju Adéníyì (@ObankieNoni), making a strong appeal to the authorities.
The user pleaded, "I beg you in the name of God, do a drug and alcohol test for the man that own the Lexus. Thank God the accident is minimal." This comment highlights growing public concern over the root causes of such preventable accidents on Nigerian roads.
The successful evacuation by LASTMA and police operatives eventually helped to restore normal traffic flow on the critical bridge link.
