Jigawa Fuel Tanker Tragedy Claims 90 Lives
A tragic incident occurred in Jigawa State, Nigeria, where over 90 people lost their lives, and at least 50 others were hospitalized due to a tanker explosion.
The explosion is believed to have happened when a fuel tanker overturned and residents rushed to the scene to collect fuel, a dangerous but common occurrence in some parts of the country.
The explosion caused a massive fire that engulfed many people at the site.
Emergency services, including firefighters and health workers, responded to the scene, and the injured were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Authorities have expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and have urged people to stay away from such situations to prevent future tragedies.
This tragic event highlights the ongoing risks associated with the fuel distribution and storage systems in some regions of Nigeria, where accidents involving fuel tankers often lead to mass casualties.