around Berger Suya in Apapa Lagos has led to the
death of 9 people.
The fuel tanker carrying 33,000 litres of Premium
Motor Spirit jackknifed and somersaulted severally
before catching fire.
The explosion burnt a bank, 3 houses and 10 cars.
According to area residents, the incident happened
around 11pm last night and the fire was put out
around 1 am in the morning.
The petrol tanker reportedly suffered brake failure
before bursting into flames.
General Manager, Lagos State Emergency
Management Agency, LASEMA, Dr. Femi Oke-
Osanyintolu, confirmed that the victims were burnt
beyond recognition, saying that the petrol tanker was
fully loaded and that it somersaulted and exploded
along Apapa Expressway.
"LASEMA and the fire services took control of the
incident scene. We are still at the scene enumerating
and assessment is still on for a comprehensive
detail," he said at press time.
What a tragedy!
May the souls of the victims rest in peace.
Sent From David Aniemeka
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