Fire destroys Lekki-Ikoyi bridge

Fire on Tuesday evening destroyed the bridge connecting Lekki to the Ikoyi area of Lagos.

The bridge has been an alternative outlet to residents of Lekki since #EndSARS protesters blocked the toll gates about two weeks ago.

Soldiers had also on Tuesday attacked the protesters in the area.

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At least one person was killed and several others wounded in the attack.

The injured persons are currently receiving treatment at the Reddington Hospital in the area.

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