A multiple-vehicle accident involving a container-laden truck and seven other vehicles disrupted traffic on Saturday at the Cele Bus Stop axis of the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway in Lagos.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, stating that emergency responders were swiftly deployed to the scene.

“A multiple accident has occurred at Cele on the Apapa-Oshodi Express, involving a container-laden truck that fell on its side and seven (7) other vehicles,” the statement read.

According to LASTMA, emergency personnel are currently attending to the situation, including handling potential casualties and mitigating traffic congestion caused by the crash.

“Emergency responders are on the ground and en route, and casualties are being taken care of while our men are on the ground managing the traffic emanating from this,” the agency added.

The accident has caused significant delays for motorists, with traffic tailbacks stretching as far as Ijesha and spilling over into adjoining routes.

“Traffic backlog is at Ijesha and spilling,” LASTMA noted.

The cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed, and there is no official statement on the number or severity of any injuries sustained. Authorities have advised motorists to seek alternative routes and remain patient as clearing operations and investigations continue.