Tanker Explosion Kills Four, Injures Three In Delta State

Four people lost their lives, and three others were injured in a tanker explosion in Agbor, Delta State, on Sunday, January 5. The diesel-laden tanker reportedly had brake failure and overturned at a traffic light junction, causing a fire that destroyed vehicles and houses.

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, expressed deep sadness over the incident, offering condolences to the families of the victims and praying for the recovery of the injured.

In a statement, the governor instructed the State Ministry of Health and the Emergency Management Agency to provide immediate help to those affected. He also praised the Fire Service, local residents, and security agencies for their quick response to the tragedy.

Two Die In Lagos Tanker Explosion

 

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS). has disclosed that two men died in a tanker explosion which occurred on Friday night at the Ijesha end of the Cele link-bridge in Surulere area of the state.

The LSFRS Director, Margaret Adeseye, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, adding that firefighters responded swiftly to the distress call to extinguish the fire..

The statement partly read, “At approximately 23:12hrs emergency services were alerted to a tanker truck, carrying 33k litres of petrtol, losing control while navigating the roundabout to ascend the bridge. The subsequent spillage ignited into a large fire, engulfing the surrounding area.

“Regrettably, two male individuals were discovered deceased, their bodies tragically burnt beyond recognition and handed over to the Nigeria Police Force, overseeing the necessary procedures. The Lagos State Ambulance Service also provided vital assistance throughout the operation.”

Adeseye added that efforts are underway to clear the wreckage of the involved vehicles from the road, to ensure free flow of traffic and to enable investigative procedures.