Avoid these 10 bus stops in Lagos

 

See the 10 most dangerous bus stops in Lagos. Here is how to stay safe

By Nehru Odeh.

 

Helena Nelson Ikoi, a multi-talented actress and television presenter recently pointed out 10 of the most dangerous bus stops in Lagos on her Facebook page.. She also went further to state how to stay safe at those bus stops.

Though the list is not exhaustive, as according to her, she only mentioned some dangerous bus stops, her effort will definitely serve as a guide.

The 10 bus stops she noted are:

1.Oshodi Under Bridge

2. Iyana Ipaja
3. Mile 2
4. Berger Bus Stop
5. CMS
6. Ojota Bridge
7. Ojuelegba
8. Iyana Oworo
9. Ajah
10. Lekki-Epe Expressway

Other netizens who commended her for what some of them described as a detailed report also added some hot spots such as Ikeja Under Bridge, Iyana Iba, Ikotun, Obalende etc.

A strange similarity connects those bus stops. They are always overcrowded with passengers and vehicles.  Criminals cash in on that rowdy situation to feast on potentia unsuspecting victims, mostly visitors regarded in the local parlance as JJC, meaning “Johnny Just Come.”

Another interesting feature of those bus stops is the preponderance of vehicles, both commercial and private and often times they lack traffic control.

They are also filled with traders, hawkers who make brisk business as well as touts, popularly refered to as agberos, who indulge in all kinds of harmful activities such as smoking Indian hemp(Igbo)  and quaffing alcohol (paraga).

Acrid smell of Indian hemp and alcohol fill the air at those bus stops.

Here is Helena Nelson Ikoi’s  detailed report 

 

“LAGOS:

A city that never sleeps, but with its bustling energy comes crime hotspots you should never ignore. Whether you’re rushing to work, stuck in traffic, or waiting for a bus, some Lagos bus stops are notorious for robberies, pickpockets, and even kidnappings.

Here’s a list of some of the most dangerous Bus-stops in Lagos and what really happens there.

1. Oshodi Under Bridge – Pickpocket Central:

If you’ve ever passed through Oshodi Under Bridge, you know it’s a jungle. Pickpockets operate in broad daylight, targeting phones, cash, wallets, and even gold chains. Also, beware of ‘fake fights’, they are distractions to steal from you.

2. Iyana Ipaja– “One-Chance” Zone:

Iyana Ipaja is notorious for “one-chance” robbery buses. Victims are lured into commercial buses only to be robbed of cash, phones, and sometimes forced to withdraw money from ATMs. Never enter half-filled buses so early in the morning or at night there. You could fall victim.

3. Mile 2 – Robbery Hotspot:

Known for its endless traffic, Mile 2 is where traffic robbers strike. They smash car windows, snatch bags, and vanish before anyone reacts. The worst time? Evening rush hours and early mornings.

4. Berger Bus Stop– Night Movement Risks:

 

Brger may look calm during the day, but at night, it’s risky for passengers walking to connect interstate buses. Reports of bag snatching and phone theft are frequent there. Also, be weary of fake “local govt enforcement touts”, they feast on unsuspecting Nigerians who pack recklessly by the roadside to pick passengers.

5. CMS– Beware of Fake Agberos:

CMS is full of fake touts (agberos) who pose as transport assistants. They trick passengers, collect fake fares, and sometimes work with pickpockets.

*6.  Ojota Bridge – Kidnappers’ Den?:

Though not as bad as before, Ojota Bridge has seen several kidnapping reports, especially involving unsuspecting passengers entering private cars pretending to be commercial vehicles.

7. Ojuelegba– Cult Clashes and Chaos:

Ojuelegba is chaotic, with frequent cult clashes that sometimes spill into the streets. Robbers take advantage of this confusion to pick pockets and snatch bags.

8. Iyana Oworo – Sudden Bag Snatching, one chance operators:

Located near the Third Mainland Bridge, Iyana Oworo is a notorious bag-snatching spot, especially during traffic jams. Beware of okada riders who grab bags and speed off. Be careful of one chance operators too, do not board half-filled sienna or buses in the wee hours of the morning or late night.

9. Ajah– Late-Night Street Boys:

Ajah is developing fast, but its late-night streets are dangerous. Street boys attack commuters waiting for buses, especially near Ajah Under Bridge.

10. Lekki-Epe Expressway(Jakande Area) – Road Traps:

The Jakande area along the Lekki-Epe Expressway is infamous for road traps. Criminals sometimes create fake traffic jams just to rob cars and unsuspecting passengers.

How to Stay Safe at Lagos Bus Stops:

-Avoid entering half-filled or suspicious buses (“one-chance”).

-Hold your bag tightly in crowded areas.

-Don’t use your phone carelessly in traffic or at bus stops.

-Travel early or in groups when possible.

-Trust your instincts; if a bus or area feels unsafe, leave immediately.

-Listen to music only when you’re safely in a bus and on your way to the destination, not by the bus stop.

-As a woman, never enter a Keke or bus that is filled with men.

Be aware.

Be wise.

Stay Safe.

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