An elevated, high-angle photograph captures a multi-lane urban expressway experiencing significant traffic congestion under an overcast sky in Lagos, Nigeria

An elevated, high-angle photograph captures a multi-lane urban expressway experiencing significant traffic congestion under an overcast sky in Lagos, Nigeria. The scene is likely located on a major thoroughfare such as an approach to Victoria Island, possibly Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, given the prominent modern blue-glass high-rise building and an adjacent grey multi-story building visible in the background, consistent with the architecture of that area. A tall telecommunications mast is also visible on the far left horizon. In the foreground, four lanes of vehicular traffic are depicted, moving away from the viewer. Vehicles, predominantly sedans, SUVs, and a few vans/minivans, are packed bumper-to-bumper, indicating slow or stationary movement. Common vehicle colors include black, grey, white, red, and maroon. The roadway is asphalt, bordered on the left by a wide, grassy verge and a fence or wall, beyond which trees and more urban structures are visible. A concrete barrier or bridge railing is present in the immediate foreground, confirming the elevated viewpoint. The sky is uniformly overcast, suggesting a cloudy daytime. No distinct human figures are visible within the vehicular traffic; however, a single, small, indistinct human-like figure appears to be walking on the grassy median strip on the far left. The primary action observed is the collective stagnation of vehicles due to the traffic jam.