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In the latest article published by Fatshimetrie, it is discussed the visit of Governor Umar Namadi to Majia town in Taura County, Jigawa State. The visit follows the tragic explosion of a fuel tanker that claimed the lives of 95 people and injured over 50 others.
Accompanied by senior government officials, the governor expressed his condolences to the families of the victims at the scene of the incident. The visit began at 10am when Governor Namadi paid his respects to the deceased and prayed for the eternal repose of their souls.
In addition to condoling, the governor pledged to ensure medical care for the injured by the state government. He also promised that all necessary measures would be taken to provide support to the victims and their families in the wake of the tragedy.
The Jigawa State Police Command confirmed the tragic loss of lives, saying over 95 people died and 50 others were seriously injured after a fuel tanker overturned in Majia village, causing a massive explosion. The incident occurred around midnight as residents gathered to collect fuel from the overturned truck before it burst into flames.
Police spokesperson, DSP Lawan Shishu Adam, provided further details: “Today, a fuel tanker travelling from Port Harcourt to Nguru in Yobe State lost control and overturned in Majia village, Taura County, around midnight. The contents of the tanker spilled into the gutters and villagers started collecting the fuel when it suddenly burst into flames.”
“As a result, 95 people have been confirmed dead, while 50 others have been hospitalized and are currently receiving treatment,” Adam confirmed.
The police spokesperson urged residents to exercise caution and avoid approaching similar situations in the future, stressing the dangers of such incidents and the importance of safety.
Fatshimetrie will continue to closely follow this tragedy and provide its readers with updated information on developments related to the tanker explosion in Majia, while stressing the importance of road safety and preventive measures to avoid such disasters in the future.