The Federal Government has called for a comprehensive review of fuel transportation safety protocols across the country following the tanker explosion in Jigawa State.
The Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the move in the wake of the tanker explosion that claimed about 100 lives on Tuesday.
This is as the First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu also condoled with the Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar Namadi, and the people over the unfortunate tanker explosion.
Shettima in a statement on Wednesday by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, said, “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Vice President expressed particular sorrow for the families who lost loved ones in this tragic incident and prayed that Almighty Allah grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.
“This devastating incident has shaken us all to our core. The Federal Government stands with the people of Jigawa. We are mobilising all necessary resources to support the injured and assist the families affected by this calamity.”
The statement said Shettima had directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) personnel and resources to Jigawa State.
“The Vice President has also announced immediate federal government intervention and called for a comprehensive review of fuel transportation safety protocols across Nigeria.
“As we contend with this tragedy, let us also reflect on the importance of safety measures and public awareness to prevent such incidents in the future,” it added.
The Vice President also commended first responders and medical personnel for their tireless efforts, saying their dedication “exemplifies the best of our nation’s spirit.”
Shettima had inaugurated the National Road Safety Advisory Council (NaRSAC) last Friday with a charge on members to align with global best practices in reducing traffic crashes.
Meanwhile, in a separate statement, the First Lady who described the incident as “tragic and most unfortunate,” said her thoughts and prayers were with the people of Jigawa at this time.
“I pray God to grant the friends, families and loved ones of the departed souls the fortitude to bear the painful loss and grant speedy recovery to the injured,” she added.
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