Nigeria, Jan. 6 -- A high-capacity commercial bus caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, on Tuesday afternoon, causing traffic congestion for commuters travelling towards the Iyana Oworo axis.

The incident occurred around 1:00 p.m. near the Adekunle section of the bridge, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).

In a statement posted on its official X account, LASTMA said the burning bus obstructed traffic on the bridge, prompting the deployment of traffic officers to the scene.

"A high-capacity bus is on fire on the Third Mainland Bridge, by Adekunle, inwards Iyana Oworo, affecting traffic. Efforts are ongoing to put out the fire, and our officers are on scene managing the traffic situation," the s...