President Bola Tinubu has sent heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger State on the petrol tanker explosion on the Bida-Agaie-Lapai- road on Sunday in Niger State, which claimed the lives of 48 people and livestock.
This was contained in a statement signed on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
According to the Niger Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Road Safety Corps, many people were injured in the accident, which also involved a truck loaded with cattle and passengers.
Onanuga said President Tinubu commiserated with the families of the dead and injured victims.
He also sympathised with the owners of shops affected by the tragedy.
He prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.
The President commended the federal and state emergency agencies for their swift response.
He similarly commended the good-spirited Nigerians who mobilised to the incident scene to assist the victims.
He pledged continued support for efforts aimed at providing relief to those affected.
Onanuga explained that President Tinubu has directed relevant federal agencies in transportation and road infrastructure to redouble their efforts and work with state governments to enhance the safety and security of travellers and residents.
