45,000-Litre Petrol Tanker Overturns in Lagos

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By Ene Rebecca

September 17, 2026

A tanker carrying 45,000 litres of petrol overturned in Epe, Lagos State, on Thursday after colliding with a stationary van, spilling its contents.

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The incident occurred in Epe, with the tanker overturning following the collision. The spilled petrol raised concerns over the potential danger associated with the incident.

However, no casualties were reported in the accident.

Further details on the circumstances surrounding the collision and the response to the fuel spill were not contained in the information provided.

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The incident highlights the risks associated with tanker accidents, particularly where large quantities of petroleum products are involved.

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