A petrol tanker went up in flames on Saturday evening after falling at Ogheghe Junction along Sapele Road in Edo State.

Eyewitnesses said the tanker lost balance due to a bad portion of the road, spilling its content before it caught fire.

The incident caused panic in the area as residents and motorists fled to safety.

The Edo State Fire Service confirmed the incident, stating that officers and firefighting trucks were deployed to the scene around 7 p.m.

However, the agency noted that heavy traffic and motorists’ refusal to clear the way delayed their arrival.

An official from the fire service, identified as Faith, explained that despite the challenges, firefighters eventually contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading to nearby buildings and vehicles.

The Ogheghe axis of Sapele Road has long been described by motorists as a death trap due to its large potholes and poor road condition, which frequently lead to accidents.

Authorities have not reported any casualties as of press time, but traffic in the area remained heavy hours after the incident.

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At least 31 people have died and several others sustained injuries after a petrol tanker carrying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) exploded along the Bida–Agaie highway in Niger State on Tuesday.

According to a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, the accident occurred around 2:40 p.m. near Essa Village, Katcha Local Government Area.

Abiodun explained that the tanker, which was conveying fuel, fell by the roadside. Shortly after, residents trooped to the scene to scoop fuel when the vehicle suddenly caught fire.

“Forty-eight persons were affected by the fire. Among them, thirty-one lost their lives while others are receiving treatment in nearby hospitals. Three motorcycles were also burnt,” he said.

The police spokesperson added that officers and other security agencies were deployed to the scene for rescue operations, while investigations are ongoing to identify the tanker’s driver and owner.

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