A devastating fuel tanker explosion in Karami Rami, Babban Rami Ward of Mashegu Local Government Area, Niger State, has resulted in the deaths of six people.
The incident occurred when the tanker, en route to the state with a fuel supply, lost control, overturned, and spilt its contents.
Eyewitnesses attributed the accident to the poor condition of the Makera-Bokani-Sabon Pegi road, where the mishap took place.
Reports indicate that the tanker was headed towards Kontagora when the explosion erupted, tragically claiming the lives of bystanders.
Confirming the event, Abdullah Arah, Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), stated that response efforts faced setbacks due to communication difficulties.
He also noted that a full report from field officers had been delayed.