- A catastrophic fuel tanker explosion in Nigeria’s Jigawa State has claimed the lives of at least 140 people
- Many others were reportedly injured in the accident that happened after the driver lost control of the vehicle
- The tragedy unfolded as local residents, rushing to collect fuel from the overturned tanker, became engulfed in the ensuing blaze
At least 140 people have tragically died after a fuel tanker exploded late Tuesday in Majia, a town in northern Nigeria’s Jigawa State.
The accident occurred when the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to a catastrophic fire.
As locals rushed to the scene to collect fuel from the overturned tanker, the explosion left a deadly toll, wounding an additional 50 people.
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Emergency services scrambled to manage the aftermath, with the injured transported to nearby hospitals in Ringim and Hadejia for treatment.
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Authorities have planned a mass burial for the victims later today.
This deadly incident highlights the growing danger posed by Nigeria’s poorly maintained roadways, where potholes and frequent accidents have become a routine hazard.
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Just last month, another explosion claimed 48 lives in a similar fuel tanker crash.
