Avoid Accident Sites Involving Fuel Tankers – Tinubu Warns Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to steer clear of accident sites, particularly those involving fuel-laden vehicles, due to their high risk of explosion.
Reacting to the fuel tanker explosion at Dikko Junction in Gurara Local Government Area, Niger State, on Saturday, which claimed over 80 lives and left many injured, the President expressed profound sorrow over the tragedy.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu extended condolences to the victims’ families and the Niger State government, lamenting the preventable nature of the incident.
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According to the statement, “The President has directed the provision of comprehensive medical care to the injured and instructed security and road safety authorities to implement measures to avert similar incidents.
“President Tinubu strongly advises all citizens to exercise caution and avoid approaching accident sites, especially those involving fuel-laden vehicles, due to their highly explosive nature.
“Additionally, the President has mandated the National Orientation Agency to initiate a nationwide educational campaign. This campaign will raise public awareness about the severe risks and environmental dangers of scooping fuel from fallen tankers.”
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