Over 140 dead after fuel tanker blast in northern Nigeria, officials report

In a devastating incident in Jigawa state, Nigeria, over 140 people lost their lives while attempting to collect petrol from an overturned fuel tanker. Most victims were caught in the blaze as they tried to assist others. The tragedy has raised serious concerns about Nigeria's fuel transportation safety, prompting President Bola Tinubu to announce a comprehensive review of safety protocols. This accident highlights the ongoing risks people take amid poverty and soaring fuel prices, and the urgent need for reforms to prevent further loss of life.

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