President Bola Tinubu has sent condolences to the government and people of Niger State on death of 59 people in a petrol tanker explosion on the Bida-Agaie-Lapai- road.
The blast occurred on Sunday about 12.30 am when a fuel tanker collided with a lorry carrying passengers and cattle. The collision caused an explosion which engulfed both vehicles.
Speaking on the calamity in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President, Bayo Onanuga on Monday, Tinubu commiserated with the families of the dead and injured victims.
The President commended the federal and state emergency agencies for their swift response.
He similarly commended the good-spirited Nigerians who mobilised to the incident scene to assist the victims.
He pledged continued support for efforts aimed at providing relief to those affected.
President Tinubu has directed relevant federal agencies in transportation and road infrastructure, to redouble their efforts and work with state governments to enhance the safety and security of travellers and residents.
