- Death toll rises to 70: A petrol tanker explosion in Niger State, Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 70 people.
- Tanker overturned and exploded: The incident occurred when a tanker overturned, and people gathered to scoop up the spilled fuel, ignoring warnings of the dangers.
- Multiple vehicles and buildings destroyed: The explosion engulfed nearby vehicles and destroyed many houses and shops.
- Governor expresses sympathy: The Niger State Governor has expressed shock and sympathy for the victims’ families, cautioning people to prioritize their safety.
A petrol tanker explosion in Niger State, Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 70 people. The incident occurred when a tanker overturned and people gathered to scoop up the spilled fuel, ignoring warnings of the dangers. A second tanker was brought in to transfer the fuel, but before the transfer could begin, the tanker exploded, engulfing the scoopers and nearby vehicles in flames. Many houses and shops were also destroyed in the inferno. The state governor has expressed shock and sympathy for the victims’ families, cautioning people to prioritize their safety.
