Wed Oct 16 12:43:27 UTC 2024: ## Over 90 Killed in Nigeria Tanker Explosion as Residents Rush to Collect Fuel
**A horrific tanker explosion in Jigawa State, Nigeria, has claimed the lives of over 90 people and injured 50 others. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning when a gasoline tanker overturned on a highway near a university, sparking a massive inferno.**
According to police spokesperson Lawan Adam, residents rushed to the scene to collect spilled fuel, leading to the devastating explosion. Videos from the scene show a vast fire engulfing the area with bodies scattered across the ground.
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of deadly tanker accidents in Nigeria, largely attributed to lax traffic regulations and a lack of efficient alternative transportation systems. The soaring fuel prices in the country also contribute to the dangerous practice of salvaging fuel from accidents.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident and the exact number of fatalities is still being confirmed.
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