NGF chairman visits Niger, commiserates with Gov Bago, victims of petrol tanker explosion

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin

The Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, on Saturday visited the scene of the petrol tanker explosion in Niger State, describing the incident as devastating and tragic.

In a condolence message issued in Ilorin, the NGF Chairman expressed deep sorrow over the scale of casualties and the severe injuries sustained by survivors.

“The Forum is saddened by the petrol tanker explosion in Niger State, which has claimed dozens of lives and left many injured,” he said.

The statement continued:
“The Forum extends its heartfelt condolences to His Excellency Governor Umar Bago, the families who lost their loved ones, and our compatriots who sustained injuries in the explosion. Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families, and we wish the injured a speedy recovery.”

Governor Abdulrazaq also urged Nigerians to exercise extreme caution and uphold the sanctity of life, especially in situations involving petrol spills.

“We call on our compatriots to act with utmost care and respect for human life, particularly during incidents of grave danger, such as petrol spills. The Forum prays for the repose of the souls of the victims,” he added.

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