Tanker explosion: Senator Sani Musa condoles with families of victims

The Senator representing Niger East Senatorial District, popularly referred to as Zone B, Alhaji Mohammed Sani Musa, has extended his heartfelt condolences and profound sadness to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the devastating petroleum tanker explosion in Dikko over the weekend.

The condolence which was contained In a statement personally signed by the Distinguished Senator and dated 19th January 2025 was made available to Platinumnews.com and reading in part ” this tragic incident underscores the urgent need for heightened caution and adherence to safety standards on our highways.

The statement further  strongly advise against reckless driving and urge drivers, operators, and all road users to strictly follow traffic and safety regulations to prevent unnecessary loss of lives and carnage.

The statement added that at the last count, more than 80 lives were lost, and many others are currently receiving treatment in various hospitals in the state.

Senator Sani Musa then  appeals to citizens to avoid approaching accident scenes, particularly those involving flammable vehicles, for their own safety. He called on all and sundry to reflect on this tragedy and work collectively to ensure safer highways foreveryone.

Senator Musa uses the opportunity to thank all relevant agencies for their swift response, evacuation efforts, and the support provided to victims at the scene of the accident.

He prayed that Allah (SWT) grant the departed Aljannah Firdaus and give their families the strength and fortitude to bear this immense loss; and to those who were injured, he pray for their quick and complete recovery.