On the busy 3rd Mainland Bridge in Lagos, tragedy almost struck when Deola Art Alade’s car burst into flames, reducing it to smouldering wreckage. Deola, wife of Nigerian musician Art Alade, took to her verified Instagram page, @deolaartalade, to recount the terrifying incident that occurred around 4pm.
“Yesterday, around 4pm, our car caught fire on the 3rd Mainland Bridge and burnt to the ground,” she wrote. “It was a shocking and painful experience, but we’re incredibly grateful that the driver made it out safely. No lives were lost, and that’s what truly matters.”
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Deola’s words carried a powerful reminder: “Moments like this remind us how quickly things can change and how unimportant material things become in the face of life itself. We’re not sharing this for sympathy but to remind someone that things can be replaced. Lives cannot.”
The videos Deola posted captured the kindness of bystanders who rushed to help, using any means to contain the blaze. In those crucial moments, the power of community shone brightly. “We’re choosing to remain thankful to God for protection, for perspective, and for the quiet strength to keep going,” she said.
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An Outpouring of Love and Support
The harrowing experience sparked a flood of reactions from friends, celebrities, and fans, who poured into her comments with words of comfort and gratitude that no lives were lost.
Mo Abudu wrote, “So grateful nobody was hurt. We give God all the glory for this.”
Akunna Nwala added, “Thank you Lord for Life.”
Sashapofficial shared, “So thankful no one got hurt. Indeed, life happens and thank God for the grace. May the Lord restore you and continue to protect you in Jesus name. Amen.”
Broda Shaggi expressed, “Thank God y’all are safe. God be praised.”
Don Manuel Omnisaye offered a touching memory: “You and Mama D hold no material things to heart…this burnt range rover will lead you and the family to another high range of greatness.”
Foluke Daramola Salako prayed, “It’s well with you and your family sis. Oluwa a fi ofo ra emi loruko Jesu.”
Korty Eo simply said, “Thank God, thank God, I’m so glad you and your family are safe.”
Lilo Aderogba shared, “Oluwaseun.”
Chief Femibranch said, “As for the fire service…let me be silent.”
Neo Akpofure declared, “Thank God for life! God will replace this with a better one! The devil is forever defeated.”
Tokemakinwa added, “So thankful no one was hurt.”
Lala Akindoju wrote, “Thank God no life was lost. Praying for restoration.”
Moet Abebe added, “Oh my thank God for life.”
Frank Edoho expressed, “I thank God for your life. Please stay safe, hale and hearty.”
Mike Ezuruonye offered, “Sorry brother.”
Angela Eguavoen shared, “Jesus Christ! Omg. Thank God for protection.”
Lilly Afe commented, “OMG. Thank God for safety.”
Do2dtun reminded everyone, “God over everything! Glad you are all safe.”
Tokemakinwa summed it up: “Thankful for life.”
Many more echoed these sentiments, offering prayers, love, and a sense of relief.
Deola closed her post with this heartfelt message: “If you’re navigating a sudden loss of any kind, we hope this reminds you: we can rebuild. We can begin again and find the strength to keep going. One breath, one prayer, one step at a time. We give thanks in all things. Thank you to everyone that stopped to help.”
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A Community That Cares
The fire on the 3rd Mainland Bridge may have consumed a car, but it also revealed the incredible strength of community and the unwavering resilience of the human spirit. Deola’s story is a poignant reminder that while material things can be replaced, life itself is the ultimate gift worth cherishing.
