Tanker Explosion: Women Affairs Minister Condoles With Victims, Call for Stiffer Safety Measures

Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has condoled with the families of the victims of the tanker explosion accident that claimed the lives of some Nigerians in Abuja on Wednesday evening.

The minister according to a statement signed by her Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Mr. Jonathan Eze expressed sadness over the unfortunate incident.

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The minister while condoling with the victims of the explosion and their families also called for a more serious safety measures on Nigerian roads to prevent such incidents in the future.

Part of the statement reads,

I am deeply saddened by the “tragic gas tanker fire explosion that occurred at Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Highway on Wednesday evening.

“My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this unfortunate incident. The loss of lives and property is a painful reminder of the need for increased safety measures to prevent such occurrences.

“As we mourn, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wish the injured a swift recovery. May God grant them strength and comfort during this difficult time.