President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating fuel tanker explosion at Dikko Junction in Niger State, which claimed the lives of over 80 people and left many others injured.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the affected families and the government and people of Niger State. He described the incident as a tragic and preventable disaster, noting that many of the victims were individuals attempting to scoop fuel from the overturned tanker.
“The President mourns with the families of the victims and prays for the speedy recovery of the injured,” the statement read.
Tinubu therefore urged Nigerians to avoid accident sites, particularly those involving fuel-laden vehicles, due to their highly explosive nature.
He consequently directed the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to launch a nationwide campaign highlighting the dangers of scooping fuel and the environmental hazards it poses.
