The presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi has charged Nigerian leaders to prioritize the safety of lives and property
Obi’s outburst comes following another devastating fuel tanker explosion which took place in Enugu State on Saturday, resulting in the death of 15 persons.
According to report, the tragic incident occurred at the Ugwu Onyeama, along Enugu- Onitsha expressway, when a fuel-laden tanker experienced brake failure while navigating the hilly road.
However, this tragic incident comes one week after a petrol tanker exploded in Niger State leading to the death of over 70 people.
Obi in a post shared on his official X handle lamented that the frequency of occurrence of the tragic incidents is very concerning.
He charged the government to implement measures that will drastically mitigate the occurrence of the tanker explosion accidents, which have now become too many.
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His post reads,”Exactly one week after a petrol tanker explosion in Niger State killed nearly a hundred persons and injured many, another explosion has just been reported in Enugu leaving 15 persons dead. The frequency of occurrence of these tragic incidents is very concerning.
“This month alone, there have been at least 3 of such devastating accidents, across the country, resulting in the loss of precious lives and properties. We must begin to truly prioritise the safety and security of lives and property by implementing measures that drastically mitigate the occurrence of these accidents, which have now become too many.
“We need to focus on fixing our existing roads, implementing strict road safety measures and educating our people on observing the right protocols around accident scenes.
“My heart goes out to the families who are devastated by the loss of their loved ones to this terrible accident. I also sympathise with the government and people of Enugu State over this tragic occurrence. May God grant eternal rest to the dead and grant quick healing to the injured. May God grant us the fortitude to bear such irreplaceable loss,” Obi added.
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