Police officer saves stranded motorists on 3rd Mainland Bridge
A Nigerian man has shared on X (formerly Twitter) how a police officer came to his rescue and saved multiple lives after their vehicle broke down on the 3rd Mainland Bridge in Lagos. The man, whose post quickly went viral, described how the incident unfolded late at night when their car suddenly stopped in the middle of the bridge, leaving them vulnerable to oncoming traffic.
According to his account, he and other passengers tried to push the car to safety, but with vehicles speeding by and no visible emergency lights, they found themselves in a dangerous situation. Moments later, a police patrol team arrived, led by an officer who immediately took control of the situation. The officer reportedly parked their patrol vehicle strategically to block incoming traffic and used flashing lights to alert drivers approaching the scene.
The X-user explained that the officer not only ensured their safety but also stayed with them until the vehicle was fixed enough to move off the bridge. He expressed deep gratitude for the officer’s professionalism and bravery, noting that the quick intervention likely prevented a tragic accident.
His post has drawn widespread praise from Nigerians online, many of whom commended the police officer for showing true dedication to duty. Others urged that such acts of selflessness be recognized publicly to encourage better relations between law enforcement and citizens.
