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Nigeria Fuel Tanker Explosion Claims Over 150 Lives

Michelle Wilson by Michelle Wilson
October 16, 2024
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On Tuesday, October 15th, a tragic fuel tanker explosion in Nigeria’s Jigawa state claimed the lives of over 150 people, including children, and left dozens injured. The accident occurred when an overturned gasoline tanker exploded as local residents attempted to collect spilled fuel, leading to a massive inferno that engulfed the area. The explosion occurred near the town of Majiya, approximately 110 kilometers from Kano state.

Emergency services reported that most victims were unrecognizable due to the severity of the fire. Nura Abdullahi, a representative from Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency, stated that many of the victims were buried in a mass grave on Wednesday, October 17th. According to reports, more than 1,500 tanker-related accidents have occurred in Nigeria in recent years, leading to hundreds of fatalities. The scarcity of fuel and economic hardships drive residents to risk their lives in situations like this.

The tanker was transporting fuel to northern Nigeria when it veered off the road to avoid colliding with another vehicle. In the aftermath, people rushed to collect fuel, a practice commonly seen in Nigeria due to soaring fuel prices. However, the quick spread of the fire left many unable to escape. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos, with people running in all directions, screaming for help.

This tragedy highlights longstanding concerns about Nigeria’s safety regulations for fuel transport. Last month, a fuel tanker collided with another vehicle on the road, leading to an explosion that killed 48 people. Experts, including Timothy Iwuagwu, president of the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria, have criticized the lack of enforcement of safety measures and the poor condition of fuel tankers, which often fail to meet international standards. The country has also seen a sharp increase in fuel prices after the removal of subsidies, further complicating the issue.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for a review of safety protocols and committed federal support to assist those affected by the tragedy. The Nigerian Medical Association has also urged medical professionals to respond to the overwhelming number of injured people.

Despite ongoing efforts to address safety concerns, tanker explosions, and road accidents continue to claim hundreds of lives in Nigeria each year, raising questions about the enforcement of traffic regulations and public safety awareness.

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