An explosion involving a petrol-laden tanker at the Eleme section of the East-West Road in Rivers State has left many feared dead and resulted in the burning of at least 10 cars.
The incident occurred around 9:45 pm on Friday, with reports indicating that the explosion was triggered by a collision between the tanker and a heavy-duty truck.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos as people attempted to escape the fire, with some tragically losing their lives in their vehicles.
The fire spread quickly, engulfing a significant number of vehicles caught in the traffic jam caused by ongoing road construction.
Authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of casualties, but the incident has sparked concerns about safety measures on the road and the need for improved emergency response protocols.
