A devastating petrol tanker explosion occurred in Majiya Town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State on Tuesday, resulting in the loss of over 90 lives. Mr. Shi’isu Adam, Police Spokesperson in Jigawa, confirmed the fatalities in an interview with NAN on Wednesday.
The tanker driver lost control near Khadija University at approximately 11:30 pm, causing the explosion. The driver was en route from Kano to Nguru in Yobe when the accident happened.
Adam expressed concern that despite police warnings, people still gathered around the accident scene, leading to the mass casualty.
“We are worried that in spite of police warning people to stay clear from scenes of accidents involving fuel tankers, they still engage in such acts. People gathered around the accident scene, that is the reason for the mass casualty.”
In addition to the lives lost, 50 individuals were hospitalized with various injuries.
A mass burial for the victims was scheduled for 9 am on Wednesday, while the injured received medical attention at Ringim General Hospital.
This tragic incident highlights the importance of exercising caution around accident scenes, particularly those involving fuel tankers.
