This morning, there was a serious accident on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos that has drawn a lot of attention to Nigeria’s famous “Danfo” buses. Many people are talking about what happened on social media.
The accident, which was caught on video and shared a lot online, involved two trucks, a private car, and a Danfo bus.
People are praising the Danfo driver because his quick actions helped prevent a much worse situation.
The crash happened around 10 a.m. near the Adeniyi Adele area of the bridge, which is known for having many traffic accidents.
Witnesses and videos show that a truck crashed into another one, causing a red car to move dangerously on the road.
The Danfo, a yellow bus that holds 18 passengers and is common in Lagos, was part of the chaos but avoided a major disaster.
The driver was very skilled and reacted quickly to steer away from the other vehicles.
Many posts on social media are calling the Danfo driver the “real MVP” of the accident. People are amazed at how he managed to avoid a direct hit, which likely prevented the car from going into the lagoon.
One person wrote, “That Danfo driver was focused and experienced,” while another said, “Big shoutout to that driver—his quick move probably saved lives.”
The video of the accident has been viewed thousands of times in a short period. It shows the bus narrowly missing the collision, which some believe was a careful choice to protect the car.
Comments from users highlight that the red car was speeding, but the Danfo driver’s control helped avoid a bigger disaster.
“People are searching for ‘Danfo Nigeria accident video’ more than ever, showing how much interest there is in what happened,” said another user.
So far, no serious injuries or deaths have been reported. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has not shared an official statement, but emergency teams were seen helping passengers involved in the accident.
This event has sparked conversations about road safety on the Third Mainland Bridge, which is an important road in Lagos and often has problems with careless driving and old roads.
Danfo buses are a well-known part of Nigerian city life and are often criticized for how aggressively some drivers drive. However, this incident has changed the story.
People are celebrating the driver’s quick thinking, saying it shows how resilient Lagos bus drivers can be.
Omoh, look at the accident that happened at 3rd mainland bridge this morning 😳 pic.twitter.com/YNead3ZaAm
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) March 2, 2025
“If that driver hadn’t been alert, it would have been a much worse crash,” one comment mentioned.
As the video continues to spread, this accident is becoming popular not just for the shocking event but also for showing the important skills of a Danfo driver when faced with a difficult situation.
