A tragic petrol tanker explosion in Majiya village, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, has claimed the lives of over 90 people.
The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, October 15, 2024, when a fuel-laden tanker crashed, leading to a devastating explosion.
According to reports, the victims were mostly people who had gathered to scoop fuel from the overturned tanker before it exploded.
Over 50 others have been hospitalised with varying degrees of injuries, many in critical condition.
The Jigawa State Police Command confirmed the death toll, stating that emergency services and local authorities had been dispatched to manage the situation.
As of now, investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing, but it is suspected that the explosion was triggered by the improper handling of fuel during the scooping.
This disaster is one of the deadliest tanker explosions in recent Nigerian history, leaving a devastating impact on the community.
