January 19, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the fuel tanker explosion, which caused the death of over 80 people, with many also injured.
The explosion occurred on Saturday at Dikko Junction, Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State.
The President in a statement issued on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy expressed his condolences to the families affected, as well as the government and people of Niger State.
He underscored the tragic and preventable nature of the incident, as many victims were those scooping Premium Motor Spirit from the overturned tanker.
The President directed the provision of comprehensive medical care to the injured and instructed security and road safety authorities to implement measures to avert similar incidents.
He strongly advised all citizens to exercise caution and avoid approaching accident sites, especially those involving fuel-laden vehicles, due to their highly explosive nature.
Mandating the National Orientation Agency to initiate a nationwide educational campaign, Tinubu said the campaign will raise public awareness about the severe risks and environmental dangers of scooping fuel from fallen tankers.
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