A fuel tanker explosion in Niger State killed at least six people and injured others when the tanker overturned due to poor road conditions. Eyewitnesses confirmed that the victims were bystanders and not attempting to scoop fuel. Emergency services faced challenges in reporting the situation due to communication issues.
A tragic incident occurred in Niger State when a fuel tanker exploded in Karami Rami, Babban Rami Ward, resulting in the deaths of at least six individuals. The tanker, carrying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), overturned on the Makera-Bokani-Sabon Pegi road while traveling to Kontagora, which was attributed to the poor state of the road.
The explosion happened on Wednesday evening, with numerous eyewitnesses stating that many fatalities involved bystanders. Importantly, it was clarified that none of the deceased were attempting to collect fuel at the moment of the explosion. In addition to the six fatalities, many others sustained injuries of varying severity.
Abdullah Baba Arah, the Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), confirmed the tragedy. He noted that communication difficulties and inconsistent electricity supply in the region have hampered the collection of complete reports from on-ground personnel investigating the disaster.
In summary, the fuel tanker explosion in Niger State has led to a significant loss of life and numerous injuries, with the incident being compounded by infrastructural challenges. Continuous efforts from emergency services remain crucial in addressing the aftermath of this calamity.
Original Source: dailytrust.com
