Five houses, two vehicles, four kiosks, and other items were burnt when a diesel tanker travelling through Benin-Akure Road lost control and spilled its content on the road. According to a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police Command, Chidi Nwabuzor, on Saturday, no life was lost. He also noted that the accident was caused by the recklessness of the tanker driver. “During the preliminary investigation, it was revealed that the tanker driver was coming from Benin City heading to the Northern part of the country along Benin/Akure Road by Owan Bridge. “He then sympathised with the victims, informing them that the state government was aware of the unfortunate incident, and something needed to be done.

Source: Punch November 20, 2022 01:51 UTC