A devastating tanker explosion has resulted in the deaths of 150 people and injured dozens more, causing chaos in Nigeria. Eyewitnesses report that victims rushed to collect the spilled fuel, risking their safety amid the flames and smoke. The explosion has prompted emergency responders to rush to the scene, providing medical assistance and searching for survivors.

Nigeria Fuel Tanker Explosion Kills More Than 100 And Injures Dozens

A devastating tanker explosion has resulted in the deaths of 150 people and injured dozens more, causing chaos in Nigeria. Eyewitnesses report that victims rushed to collect the spilled fuel, risking their safety amid the flames and smoke. The explosion has prompted emergency responders to rush to the scene, providing medical assistance and searching for survivors. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, while community members grapple with the loss and destruction. The tragedy highlights ongoing safety concerns related to fuel transport and storage, prompting calls for stricter regulations and preventive measures.

Tanker Explosion Kills 150, Injures Dozens, Victims Try To Collect Spilled Fuel

<p>A fuel tanker crashed and exploded in Jigawa state in northern Nigeria late on Tuesday after the driver lost control of the vehicle, leaving at least 94 people dead and wounding 50 others, a police spokesperson said on Wednesday (Oct 16).</p>

<p>The incident occurred in Majia town in the Taura local government area, about 530 kilometres (329.33 miles) north of the capital Abuja, spokesperson for Jigawa State Police Command Lawan Shiisu Adam told Reuters by telephone.</p>

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<p>The casualties were local residents who had gathered to collect fuel from the tanker after it crashed. The wounded were taken to local hospitals in Ringim and Hadejia towns where they were being treated, Adam said.</p>

<p>A mass burial for the dead will be held later in the day, he said.</p>

<p>Many roads in Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, are poorly maintained and riven with potholes, causing accidents that claim dozens of lives every year.</p>

<p>Last month, at least 48 people were killed in north-central Nigeria when a fuel tanker exploded after colliding with another truck carrying travellers and cattle, ensnaring other vehicles as well in the blaze.</p>

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A fuel tanker crashed and exploded in Jigawa state in northern Nigeria late on Tuesday after the driver lost control of the vehicle, leaving at least 94 people dead and wounding 50 others, a police spokesperson said on Wednesday (Oct 16).

A fuel tanker crashed and exploded in Jigawa state in northern Nigeria late on Tuesday after the driver lost control of the vehicle, leaving at least 94 people dead and wounding 50 others, a police spokesperson said on Wednesday (Oct 16). The incident occurred in Majia town in the Taura local government area, about 530 kilometres (329.33 miles) north of the capital Abuja, spokesperson for Jigawa State Police Command Lawan Shiisu Adam told Reuters by telephone. Watch | Nigeria: Fuel tanker explosion kills 48, 50 cattle burnt alive × The casualties were local residents who had gathered to collect fuel from the tanker after it crashed. The wounded were taken to local hospitals in Ringim and Hadejia towns where they were being treated, Adam said. A mass burial for the dead will be held later in the day, he said. Many roads in Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, are poorly maintained and riven with potholes, causing accidents that claim dozens of lives every year. Last month, at least 48 people were killed in north-central Nigeria when a fuel tanker exploded after colliding with another truck carrying travellers and cattle, ensnaring other vehicles as well in the blaze. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

At least 94 killed in Nigeria after fuel tanker explosion

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<p>Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, overshadowed Algeria and Cameroon qualifying on Monday for the 2025 finals.</p>

<p>"This is getting scary," said forward Victor Boniface on social media after the Nigerian squad were stranded at an airport 225 kilometres (140 miles) by road from Benghazi, the match venue.</p>

<p>"We have been stuck at the airport for almost 13 hours with no food, Wi-Fi or place to sleep. Africa, we can do better," he added on X (formerly twitter).</p>

<p>Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba, who accompanied Nigeria to north Africa, told AFP: "If CAF know their job, Libya ought to be banned from international football."</p>

<p>Nigeria beat Libya 1-0 in Uyo last Friday in Group D and the teams were set to meet again in the fourth round in Benghazi on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Furious at the way they were allegedly treated, the Nigerian delegation returned home on Monday, a CAF official confirmed to AFP.</p>

<p>A Libyan Football Federation statement said: "We reject any claims that suggest foul play or sabotage in this situation.</p>

<p>"There are no grounds to accuse the... Libyan Football Federation of deliberately orchestrating the incident. Such actions are inconsistent with our values and principles.</p>

<p>"It is important to highlight that just last week our own national team faced significant challenges upon arrival in Nigeria."</p>

<p>CAF reacted to the incident by saying in a statement that they had been in contact with Libyan and Nigerian authorities.</p>

<p>"The matter has been referred to the CAF disciplinary board for investigation and appropriate action will be taken against those who violated CAF statutes and regulations," it said.</p>

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<p>Ahead of the Group D fixtures on Tuesday -- Rwanda host Benin in the other -- Nigeria and Benin were well placed to fill the top two places and qualify for the finals.</p>

<p>Three-time AFCON champions Nigeria have seven points, Benin six, Rwanda two and Libya one, halfway through the six-round qualifying competition.</p>

<p>In Group J, Cameroon substitute Boris Enow beat Kenya goalkeeper Bryne Omondi off a free-kick outside the area to give the five-time AFCON title-holders a 1-0 win and qualification.</p>

<p>Kenya, beaten 4-1 in Yaounde last Friday, were forced to move the home fixture to Uganda as stadiums in Nairobi are being renovated for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN).</p>

<p>Second-placed Zimbabwe beat Namibia 3-1 to move four points ahead of Kenya in the fight for the other qualifying place. The rivals meet next month in the penultimate round.</p>

<p>Borussia Dortmund defender Ramy Bensebaini converted an 18th-minute penalty to earn two-time AFCON champions Algeria a 1-0 Group E win over Togo in Lome.</p>

<p>Algeria have a maximum 12 points from four outings and second-placed Equatorial Guinea are likely to join them at the 2025 tournament, which Morocco will host.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Substitute Dorian Hanza scored in added time to give Equatorial Guinea a 2-1 win against Liberia in Paynesville, and a five-point advantage over Togo.</p>

<p>Captain Elias 'Domingues' Pelembe, who turns 41 in November, opened the scoring for Mozambique in a 3-0 Group I victory over Eswatini. It moved the Mambas (snakes) above Mali to first place.</p>

<p>However, Mali will qualify if they win in Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday. The fixture is one of 16 scheduled.</p>

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Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, overshadowed Algeria and Cameroon qualifying on Monday for the 2025 finals.

Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, overshadowed Algeria and Cameroon qualifying on Monday for the 2025 finals. "This is getting scary," said forward Victor Boniface on social media after the Nigerian squad were stranded at an airport 225 kilometres (140 miles) by road from Benghazi, the match venue. "We have been stuck at the airport for almost 13 hours with no food, Wi-Fi or place to sleep. Africa, we can do better," he added on X (formerly twitter). Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba, who accompanied Nigeria to north Africa, told AFP: "If CAF know their job, Libya ought to be banned from international football." Nigeria beat Libya 1-0 in Uyo last Friday in Group D and the teams were set to meet again in the fourth round in Benghazi on Tuesday. Furious at the way they were allegedly treated, the Nigerian delegation returned home on Monday, a CAF official confirmed to AFP. A Libyan Football Federation statement said: "We reject any claims that suggest foul play or sabotage in this situation. "There are no grounds to accuse the... Libyan Football Federation of deliberately orchestrating the incident. Such actions are inconsistent with our values and principles. "It is important to highlight that just last week our own national team faced significant challenges upon arrival in Nigeria." CAF reacted to the incident by saying in a statement that they had been in contact with Libyan and Nigerian authorities. "The matter has been referred to the CAF disciplinary board for investigation and appropriate action will be taken against those who violated CAF statutes and regulations," it said. ALSO READ | PCB issues 'show cause' notice to Fakhar Zaman for questioning decision to drop Babar Azam from England Tests Free-kick sinks Kenya Ahead of the Group D fixtures on Tuesday -- Rwanda host Benin in the other -- Nigeria and Benin were well placed to fill the top two places and qualify for the finals. Three-time AFCON champions Nigeria have seven points, Benin six, Rwanda two and Libya one, halfway through the six-round qualifying competition. In Group J, Cameroon substitute Boris Enow beat Kenya goalkeeper Bryne Omondi off a free-kick outside the area to give the five-time AFCON title-holders a 1-0 win and qualification. Kenya, beaten 4-1 in Yaounde last Friday, were forced to move the home fixture to Uganda as stadiums in Nairobi are being renovated for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Second-placed Zimbabwe beat Namibia 3-1 to move four points ahead of Kenya in the fight for the other qualifying place. The rivals meet next month in the penultimate round. Borussia Dortmund defender Ramy Bensebaini converted an 18th-minute penalty to earn two-time AFCON champions Algeria a 1-0 Group E win over Togo in Lome. Algeria have a maximum 12 points from four outings and second-placed Equatorial Guinea are likely to join them at the 2025 tournament, which Morocco will host. Substitute Dorian Hanza scored in added time to give Equatorial Guinea a 2-1 win against Liberia in Paynesville, and a five-point advantage over Togo. Captain Elias 'Domingues' Pelembe, who turns 41 in November, opened the scoring for Mozambique in a 3-0 Group I victory over Eswatini. It moved the Mambas (snakes) above Mali to first place. However, Mali will qualify if they win in Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday. The fixture is one of 16 scheduled. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Nigerian authorities have warned that at least 11 states along one of its main rivers, are at risk of flooding as neighbouring Cameroon begins releasing water from one of its dams. This comes as the latest severe flooding disaster in Nigeria killed at least 31 people and, Forced 400,000 out of their homes in northeastern city of Maiduguri.

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At least 48 people have been killed in a fuel tanker truck explosion in Nigeria on Sunday. The explosion followed the truck's collision with another truck carrying travelers and cattle. Watch in to know more details!

Nigeria: At least 48 killed in fuel truck explosion

At least 48 people have been killed in a fuel tanker truck explosion in Nigeria on Sunday. The explosion followed the truck's collision with another truck carrying travelers and cattle. Watch to know more.

At least 48 people killed in Nigerian fuel truck explosion

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<p>At least 48 people were killed on Sunday (Sep 8) in a fuel tanker truck explosion following a collision with another vehicle in north-central Nigeria, the state's disaster management agency said.</p>

<p>The State Emergency Management Agency in north-central Niger state said the fuel truck collided with a truck carrying travellers and cattle. Several other vehicles were also caught up in the accident, it said.</p>

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<p>The agency's spokesperson, Hussaini Ibrahim, put the death toll at 48 and officials were still trying to clear the scene of the incident.</p>

<p>Nigeria's state-owned firm NNPC Ltd last week hiked the price of gasoline by at least 39 per cent, the second major increase in more than a year but shortages have continued, forcing motorists to queue for hours in the country's major cities and towns.</p>

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At least 48 people were killed on Sunday (Sep 8) in a fuel tanker truck explosion following a collision with another vehicle in north-central Nigeria, the state's disaster management agency said.

At least 48 people were killed on Sunday (Sep 8) in a fuel tanker truck explosion following a collision with another vehicle in north-central Nigeria, the state's disaster management agency said. The State Emergency Management Agency in north-central Niger state said the fuel truck collided with a truck carrying travellers and cattle. Several other vehicles were also caught up in the accident, it said. Watch | Liberia: Fuel tanker truck explodes after crashing, over 40 feared dead × The agency's spokesperson, Hussaini Ibrahim, put the death toll at 48 and officials were still trying to clear the scene of the incident. Nigeria's state-owned firm NNPC Ltd last week hiked the price of gasoline by at least 39 per cent, the second major increase in more than a year but shortages have continued, forcing motorists to queue for hours in the country's major cities and towns. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Nigeria: Truck carrying travellers collides with fuel tanker, 48 killed

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At least 81 people have been killed and several are still missing in Nigeria after Boko Haram militants raided and attacked the village. Watch WION to know more.

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<p>At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State, local officials told AFP on Tuesday (Sep 3)</p>

<p>"Around 150 suspected Boko Haram terrorists armed with rifles and RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) attacked Mafa ward on more than 50 motorcycles around 1600 hours on Sunday," said Abdulkarim Dungus, a Yobe state police spokesman.</p>

<p>"They killed many people and burnt many shops and houses. We are yet to ascertain the actual number of those killed in the attack."</p>

<p>Bulama Jalaluddeen, a local official, added: "From these figures it has been established that at least 81 people were killed in the attack."</p>

<p>Abdulkarim said the attack in Yobe's Mafa village was apparent retaliation for the killing of two suspected&nbsp;Boko&nbsp;Haram fighters by local vigilantes.</p>

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<p>After shooting at the market and torching buildings, the militants chased other residents into the bush and shot them, Abdulkarim added.</p>

<p>"The terrorists killed many people, but we are yet to ascertain the actual number of casualties," Abdulkarim said.</p>

<p>A military official who accompanied the army's commanding officer for Yobe to Mafa on Monday evening said the route to the village had been rigged with explosives, which troops managed to defuse.</p>

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<p>"We recovered corpses and brought them to Babangida General Hospital," said the official, who declined to be identified because he is not authorised to speak to the media.</p>

<p>Modu Mohammed, a resident, said several more residents were missing and estimated the death toll at over 100. He said some corpses were still in the bush.</p>

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At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State, local officials told AFP on Tuesday (Sep 3) "Around 150 suspected Boko Haram terrorists armed with rifles and RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) attacked Mafa ward on more than 50 motorcycles around 1600 hours on Sunday," said Abdulkarim Dungus, a Yobe state police spokesman.

At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State, local officials told AFP on Tuesday (Sep 3) "Around 150 suspected Boko Haram terrorists armed with rifles and RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) attacked Mafa ward on more than 50 motorcycles around 1600 hours on Sunday," said Abdulkarim Dungus, a Yobe state police spokesman. "They killed many people and burnt many shops and houses. We are yet to ascertain the actual number of those killed in the attack." Bulama Jalaluddeen, a local official, added: "From these figures it has been established that at least 81 people were killed in the attack." Abdulkarim said the attack in Yobe's Mafa village was apparent retaliation for the killing of two suspected Boko Haram fighters by local vigilantes. Also read | Nigeria: 125 Boko Haram insurgents convicted by court in mass trial After shooting at the market and torching buildings, the militants chased other residents into the bush and shot them, Abdulkarim added. "The terrorists killed many people, but we are yet to ascertain the actual number of casualties," Abdulkarim said. A military official who accompanied the army's commanding officer for Yobe to Mafa on Monday evening said the route to the village had been rigged with explosives, which troops managed to defuse. Watch | Female suicide bombers of Boko Haram behind attacks? × "We recovered corpses and brought them to Babangida General Hospital," said the official, who declined to be identified because he is not authorised to speak to the media. Modu Mohammed, a resident, said several more residents were missing and estimated the death toll at over 100. He said some corpses were still in the bush. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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