- A fuel-laden tanker exploded near the Jigawa-Kano border, just a month after a similar explosion in October that killed over 180 people
- While no one was injured this time, there are rising fears over the safety of fuel transport in the region following the deadly Majia blast
- The Federal Fire Service quickly contained the fire, and investigations are underway to improve safety measures
Fuel-Laden Tanker Explodes in Jigawa, Details EmergeSource: Twitter Authorities swing into action, no casualties reported”The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, with a focus on safety regulations and emergency protocols,” Aliyu stated.Residents react over tanker explosion”We instructed villagers to stay away from the tanker to prevent further harm,” he said. Petrol tanker explodes in Ibadan
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