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Tinubu Orders Immediate Traffic Control Measures In Wake Of Enugu Tanker Tragedy
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of Enugu State following a tragic fuel tanker explosion that claimed approximately 15 lives on Saturday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The incident occurred when a petrol tanker lost control and burst into flames at Ugwu Onyeama on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu urged road users, especially fuel tanker operators, to prioritize safety and exercise caution. He also directed traffic control agencies to implement stricter measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The statement read:
“President Bola Tinubu expresses heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Enugu State over the tragic fuel tanker explosion on Saturday.
“The tanker reportedly lost control and erupted into flames while navigating the Ugwu Onyeama section of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.
“The President sympathizes with the families of the victims, prays for the peaceful repose of the departed, and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.
“President Tinubu calls on all road users, particularly fuel tanker operators, to adhere to safety protocols and exercise caution.
“In addition, he has instructed traffic enforcement agencies to adopt stricter measures to curb recurring fuel tanker explosions nationwide.”
