A fuel tanker was engulfed in flames along the Magboro Bridge outward the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The incident happened early Wednesday, Dec 2, and caused gridlock at the location.

According to reports, the fuel being conveyed by the tanker had spilt to the other side of the expressway, leading inward to Lagos.

Firefighters have arrived at the scene of the fire outbreak.

Commuters have been advised to take alternate routes or cancel their trips.