In response to the tragic tanker explosion that rocked the Karu area of Abuja on Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu has urgently ordered priority treatment for the injured and a full-scale investigation into the incident.
The explosion, which caused multiple accidents and claimed several lives, has left the capital city in shock. Preliminary reports indicate that brake failure and poor road conditions might have contributed to the disaster, though the full investigation will confirm the exact causes.
Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, issued a statement on Thursday, revealing the President’s immediate actions following the devastating event. “President Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and has ordered that the injured receive urgent medical care at various hospitals in Abuja,” Onanuga confirmed.
The President also directed a comprehensive probe into the incident to uncover the root causes and prevent similar tragedies in the future. This move comes amid a worrying rise in tanker-related accidents across Nigeria this year.
Furthermore, Tinubu has instructed security and road safety agencies to enhance their monitoring of traffic at critical points around Abuja, ensuring better safety for commuters and minimizing the risk of such accidents.
Praying for the departed and their grieving families, Tinubu emphasized that the government must not only respond to the tragedy but also work tirelessly to prevent future losses. “This incident is a reminder of the urgent need for improved road safety measures across the country,” he said, calling for immediate reforms.
As the investigation continues, the President’s directive shows a clear commitment to addressing Nigeria’s road safety challenges, ensuring that the loss of lives in the Karu explosion will lead to lasting change.
