Angry mob burns BRT bus after it allegedly kills okada rider in Lagos

An angry mob reportedly set a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus ablaze after it allegedly crushed a motorcyclist to death at Ogolonto Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road, Lagos State.

According to SaharaReporters, the incident occurred on Friday, October 16, 2026, sparking outrage among residents.

The mob reportedly attacked the bus driver before police officers and Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps personnel intervened and rescued him unharmed.

A viral video showed the BRT bus engulfed in flames as fire consumed the vehicle.

Social media reports claimed that youths in the Ogolonto area were responsible for the attack.

Another account alleged that the timely intervention of a task force prevented further destruction of BRT buses.

The deceased motorcyclist was reportedly riding alone when the accident occurred.

However, his identity and the circumstances surrounding the incident remained unconfirmed.

Efforts to obtain comments from Lagos Police Command spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi were unsuccessful.

The incident has renewed concerns about mob violence and public transport safety in Lagos.