Biodun ESAN, Ilorin
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed its sympathy to Niger State Government over the tanker explosion in Katcha Local Government Area of Niger State claimed the lives of 38 persons.
The Forum chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq said this in a statement on Tuesday night.
He, therefore, sent the Forum’s heartfelt condolences to the people and government of Niger State, especially the families of the victims and Governor Mohammed Umar Bago.
“Our sympathies are with every family that is affected in this unfortunate incident.
“We commend all the emergency responders for their humanitarian assistance to the victims.
“This disaster again calls attention to safety issues in every aspect of our life.
“This is particularly important in how combustible items are stored and transported at every stage,” AbdulRazaq said.
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