A devastating tragedy has left about 94 people dead after a petrol tanker explosion which occurred in Majia town, Taura local government area, Jigawa State, while injuring 50 others.
Shylink reports that the tragic incident happened on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, around 11 pm, when the tanker’s driver lost control and crashed. As petrol spilled into the surrounding areas, locals attempted to scoop up the fuel, unaware of the impending danger. Within minutes, the tanker exploded, engulfing the area in flames.
DSP Law and Shiisu Adam, Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident to newsmen in Dutse on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The injured were rushed to Ringing General Hospital for medical attention.
Jigawa State’s Commissioner of Police, A.T Abdullahi, extended condolences to the people of Majia town and Jigawa State, urging citizens to exercise caution and avoid scenes of petrol tanker accidents, which often result in fatal fires.
“The state’s commissioner of police, A.T Abdullahi, condoles with the people of Majia town and Jigawa in general for the great loss.” DSP Law and Shiisu Adam
“Avoid the scene of any petrol tanker accident as it always results in death by fire.” – Commissioner A.T Abdullahi