Death Recorded as Explosion Rocks Abeokuta, Ogun Capital

• One person has reportedly died from a gas tanker that exploded in the Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital
• The tanker was said to be heading towards the main city of Abeokuta from the Obada-Oko area when it lost control
• Governor Dapo Abiodun has expressed regret about the explosion and assured the people of the security of their lives and properties

A gas tanker explosion occurred at the Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. A vehicle heading towards Abeokuta's main city from the Obada-Oko axis appeared to have lost control, forcing the driver to hit the median before the explosion, which caused panic for people in the area.

Although there are no official statements regarding casualties, unconfirmed reports claim that one person is said to have died in the inferno.

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TVC reported that emergency response teams, including personnel from the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Control Agency, and the police, swiftly mobilized to the scene to rescue victims and contain the inferno.

Some commercial cars were affected, and shops and containers erected by the roadside at Ita Oshin were seriously affected.

Ogun: Governor Abiodun reacts to gas explosion

Governor Dapo Abiodun has commiserated with the people of the Ita-Oshin community area of the state capital.

In a tweet by the state government, the driver of the gas truck ran away while the motor boy died in the accident.

The statement reads in part:

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic gas explosion that occurred in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday, which led to the loss of an innocent life and destruction of properties. This is a devastating incident that has brought pain and anguish to many families.

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"On behalf of the government and people of Ogun State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of the lone victim of this tragic incident. My prayers are with them during this difficult time."

See the tweet here:

Source: Legit.ng