The Lagos State Government has promised to enforce stricter safety protocols for transporting hazardous materials, including gas and petroleum products, within the state.
The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement he issued on Wednesday in Lagos State to the media.
Osiyemi was reacting to the gas tanker explosion that occurred under Otedola Bridge on Tuesday.
He said: “We deeply regret the gas tanker explosion on Otedola Bridge, which caused widespread damage and disruption of activities.
“Our thoughts are with those affected, and we commend the swift response of emergency services working tirelessly to manage the aftermath.
“This incident reinforces the urgent need for stricter safety protocols for heavy-duty vehicles.”
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Osiyemi said the Ministry of Transportation was also intensifying enforcement on the movement of hazardous materials, strengthening regulatory compliance, and implementing enhanced safety measures to prevent future occurrences.
He added: “We call on all transport operators to uphold the highest safety standards and cooperate with government efforts to safeguard lives and property.
“Lagos remains committed to a safer, more resilient transport system for all.”
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