President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and citizens of Enugu State following a tragic fuel tanker explosion on Saturday, which resulted in the loss of multiple lives. This devastating incident has left the nation in mourning, and President Tinubu expressed his deep sorrow and sympathy for the affected families and individuals involved. The explosion occurred on the Ugwu-Onyeama section of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, where a fuel tanker reportedly lost control, burst into flames, and caused a catastrophic disaster. The explosion comes just days after a similar tragedy in Niger State, which tragically claimed over 80 lives, intensifying concerns over the safety of roads and fuel transport in Nigeria.
In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and titled “President Tinubu Mourns Victims of Fuel Tanker Explosion, Condoles with Enugu State Government,” the president emphasized the urgency of addressing the alarming frequency of these accidents. The statement highlighted that President Tinubu called for immediate measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. He urged that a comprehensive solution be sought to curb the risk posed by fuel tanker explosions, stressing the importance of regulatory oversight and safety protocols within the sector.
President Tinubu, deeply moved by the tragedy, extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and those injured in the explosion. In his message, he offered prayers for the souls of the departed, asking for their peaceful repose, and expressed his hopes for a swift recovery for the injured victims. The president acknowledged the emotional and physical toll the incident has taken on the families affected, offering his full support during this difficult time.
The president also called for greater vigilance and responsibility on the part of all road users, particularly fuel tanker operators, urging them to prioritize safety measures and strictly adhere to traffic regulations. Recognizing the persistent dangers posed by fuel tanker accidents across the country, President Tinubu directed traffic enforcement agencies to adopt stricter measures to ensure safety on the roads. He emphasized that these accidents must be prevented at all costs, and stronger actions must be taken to protect the lives of Nigerian citizens. The president’s directive aims to create a safer and more secure environment for all road users across the country.
