A fully loaded petrol tanker erupted in flames at Ijabe, a community in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State, causing widespread panic among local residents. The tanker, which was carrying 33,000 liters of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, caught fire on the highway connecting Osun State with Kwara State.
According to local resident Jamiu Opeyemi, the fire created a massive traffic jam, forcing travelers to turn back as the road became impassable. The blaze also triggered fears among people in the area, with many concerned about the potential for a larger disaster.
Kehinde Adeleke, the spokesperson for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State, confirmed the incident, noting that the cause of the fire was still under investigation. She added that the fire had caused a major obstruction to traffic, leading to significant disruptions in the flow of vehicles.
“The incident has led to a blockage of the road and caused severe obstruction to vehicular movement, which has brought panic to residents, travelers, and especially the farmers in the area,” Adeleke said. The incident has left many wondering about the potential impact on local commerce and agriculture, as farmers rely on the route to transport goods.
