On January 18, 2025, a fuel tanker overturned in Nigeria’s northwestern Niger State, causing a fuel leak that later exploded, resulting in over 70 deaths and 56 injuries. According to Reuters, it is believed that the explosion occurred as locals gathered to collect the spilled fuel, further exacerbating the casualties.
In Nigeria, recovering fuel at accident sites has become a common practice due to rising fuel prices. In October of last year, a similar tanker explosion in Jigawa State claimed the lives of approximately 150 people.
Frequent accidents involving fuel transport trucks are partly attributed to the country’s underdeveloped railway freight network, which has led to a heavy reliance on road transport along major highways.
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We could say 70 thieves are gone, but the punishment is way too harsh.
This is an incident that happens regularly in Nigeria.
This is Real “Mad Max”.
Could this be a conspiracy by neighboring countries?
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Death toll in Nigeria gas tanker explosion rises to 98 – Newsday
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