Nigeria Families of Victims to Receive Support After Deadly Tanker Explosion: Governor Fubara Assures

In the aftermath of a devastating tanker explosion on the East-West road in Eleme, Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara vowed to provide support to the families affected by the tragedy.

The incident, which occurred on Friday night, resulted in a massive inferno engulfing numerous vehicles and claiming an unspecified number of lives.

Governor Fubara, accompanied by key officials including the commissioner for police and commissioner for energy, visited the scene to assess the situation firsthand. Expressing deep concern, he directed security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to facilitate aid distribution to the victims' families.

The governor expressed sorrow over the extensive damage caused by the explosion, lamenting the loss of lives and the destruction of property. He emphasized the need for urgent support to mitigate the impact on affected families and communities.
Additionally, Governor Fubara highlighted the deteriorating condition of the Eleme section of the East-West road, acknowledging the risks faced by commuters traveling along this route.

He underscored the importance of addressing the road's infrastructure challenges to prevent future tragedies.

Efforts are underway to ascertain the full extent of the damage and to implement measures aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future.