A petrol tanker travelling through the ancient town of Jebba in Kwara State lost control early Wednesday morning and spilled its contents as it rammed into residential buildings destroying properties and lives as well.
The spillage resulted in huge explosions that burnt down at least 30 houses and shops and killed up to six persons, according to an account by the state fire service whose swift response has brought the fire under control.
The State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commiserated with the families of those who lost their lives and properties in the fire incident, describing the development as devastating and heartbreaking.
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“The Governor is very sad at this development especially with the loss of lives and millions of naira worth of properties and farmlands. He sends his heartfelt condolences to the affected families. He urges them to take heart and remain calm as believers,” a statement by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, said.
He has also directed the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to quickly move in to determine the material loss, according to the statement.
“He also commends the Kwara State Fire Service and other responders for their efforts which helped to curtail the raging flames and minimised the loss of lives and prosperities.
“Once again, he condoles with the victims and their families on this very sad incident, and prays to God Almighty to repose the souls of the deceased,” Ajakaye added.
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