After Dikko Carnage, Residents Scoop Oil as Another Tanker Falls in Niger
Barely days after the horrifying tanker explosion at Dikko Junction, which claimed over 100 lives, another tanker on Tuesday fell in Bida, Niger State, sparking concerns as residents were once again seen scooping groundnut oil (this time around) from the spill site.
The Dikko tragedy remains fresh in the minds of Nigerians, with its heartbreaking scenes of charred bodies and wreckage underscoring the dangers of such reckless behavior.
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The explosion occurred after people rushed to siphon fuel from the fallen tanker, disregarding the inherent risks of igniting a fire.
The devastating event left families mourning loved ones and raised calls for stricter safety measures and public awareness campaigns.
However, it appears that little has been learned from the disaster, as similar scenes unfolded today in Bida.
According to eyewitness reports, residents, early Tuesday, gathered in large numbers to collect the oil from the overturned tanker, showing a disregard for the potential danger.
By PRNigeria
