VIDEO: Dispatch riders rescue woman on Third Mainland Bridge

Despatch riders has rescued a woman whose car broke down on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge after some men allegedly attempted to extort her.

In a video circulating on social media, the woman recounted how the incident happened a day before her birthday, describing the experience as a testimony of God’s protection and the kindness of strangers.

She said her car eventually stopped after one of its tyres developed a fault, forcing her to park and call her husband.

According to her, some men approached and offered to change the tyre but subsequently demanded payment. The situation escalated until a dispatch rider called on other riders for assistance.

“They were assuring me, telling me, ‘Don’t worry, calm down, madam. Nothing is happening. We are here,’” she said.

The riders eventually helped her replace the tyre while the men allegedly demanding payment were confronted.

After the repair, the woman offered to transfer money to appreciate her helpers who reportedly declined

She said she had only ₦1,800 in her car and offered it to one of the riders, who told her not to worry about payment.

Reflecting on the experience, she said: “God is good, and He always looks out for me.”

The woman, who said she was still shaking after leaving the bridge, expressed gratitude for the intervention, noting that the incident happened just a day before her birthday.

The incident highlights the impact of solidarity and kindness towards strangers in distress.