Death toll in Nigeria gas tanker explosion rises to 98
The death toll from a gasoline tanker explosion in north-central Nigeria has risen to 98, the country’s emergency response agency said.
Enugu Governor Proffers Solution to Tanker Explosions in Nigeria
There has been an increase in petrol tanker explosions across Nigeria in recent times. Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has suggested that enforcement of anti-spill locks on petrol tankers can address frequent tanker explosions in Nigeria.
Several killed in Nigeria fuel tank explosion 1 week after 98 died
The explosion occurred barely a week after 98 people died in a tanker explosion in northern Niger State. Anadolu reported that Nigeria has experienced 172 oil tanker accidents and 1,896 deaths since 2009. 2024 saw the highest death toll, with 266 fatalities.
‘Heartbreaking’: 86 killed in Nigeria tanker explosion
A fuel tanker explosion in Niger State in northern Nigeria has killed 86 people and injured dozens, the country’s national emergency agency said. The blast happened in the early hours of Saturday near the Suleja area after individuals attempted to transfer gasoline from one tanker into another truck using a generator.
Enugu tragedy: It’s time to end tanker explosions in Nigeria — Shettima
THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has commiserated with the people and government of Enugu State over the fuel tanker fire, which claimed lives following an accident in the state.
At least 86 killed in central Nigeria after fuel tanker explodes
At least 86 people were killed in central Nigeria on Saturday when a fuel tanker that had overturned burst into flames, burning those who had rushed to collect the gasoline. The price of gasoline
At least 18 dead after tanker carrying gasoline explodes in southern Nigeria
Nigerian officials say at least 18 people have died and 10 others were injured in the country's south after a gasoline tanker exploded
Fuel tanker blast kills 18 in Nigeria's south east
A fuel tanker truck explosion killed 18 people in Nigeria's southeastern Enugu state on Saturday, the national road safety agency said, a week after another incident left about a 100 residents dead in the north of the country.
One dead, six injured in dynamite explosion in Niger
ONE person has died and six others injured in a dynamite explosion that occurred in Sabon-Pegi in Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has reported.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Niger State,
Exploded Fuel Tankers: Nigerians Being Roasted On Roads, Southeast Senators Mourn
The South East Senate Caucus has bemoaned the recent explosion of fuel tankers in Niger and Enugu States, expressing sadness that Nigerians are being roasted on the nation’s roads due to avoidable accidents.
Niger Residents Scoop Oil From Another faulty Tanker Days After Explosion Killed 96
Just two days after over 90 people were burnt to death in a tanker explosion that also left scores injured in Niger State, residents massed around another fallen truck in another community.The fresh incident occurred in Bida town on Monday.
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Nigeria: Another Tanker Explodes in Niger
Barely two weeks after the Tanker Explosion Killed 100 people at Dikko Junction, Niger state, another Tanker accident occurred in the Agaie local government area of the state.
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Oil Tankers On Nigeria’s Highways
In Nigeria, tankers carrying pe­troleum products are a common sight on the nation’s highways. These massive vehicles, often loaded with flammable and haz­ardous liquids, are an integral part of the ...
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Fuel tanker truck blast kills at least 85 in Nigeria
The death toll from a gasoline tanker explosion in north-central Nigeria has risen to 86, the country’s emergency ...
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Tinubu orders FRSC to stop recurring petrol tanker explosions
There has been an increase in petrol tanker explosions across Nigeria in recent times. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that a petrol tanker, on Saturday, exploded at the Ugwu Onyeama section of ...
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At least 18 have died after a tanker carrying gasoline exploded in southern Nigeria
Nigeria — At least 18 people died and 10 others were injured in southern Nigeria after a gasoline tanker exploded, officials said. The accident happened along the Enugu-Onitsha expressway in the ...
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Immense sadness as blast hits Enugu in Nigeria, see details
Tragedy struck in Enugu on Saturday, January 25, when no fewer than 18 people were burnt to death and 13 others injured in a ...
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18 killed, vehicles burnt as tanker fire wreaks havoc in Enugu
The incident occurred around 11.30am when a fuel-laden tanker while descending a hill collided with a water truck belonging to JUHEL Nigeria Limited, triggering an explosion that caused widespread ...
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After 400 deaths, FG jerks to life, plans awareness campaigns on tanker explosions
A recent fuel tanker explosion in Suleja, Niger State, reignited concerns over the recurring tragedies caused by fuel scooping in Nigeria. With over 98 lives lost in the latest incident, and almost ...