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TANKER EXPLODES IN ANAMBRA STATE

A fuel laden tanker exploded at immigration junction in Awka, Anambra state capital today
Though no life was lost as the two persons in the truck came out with out any injuries.

According to an eyewitness, the driver was speeding when he lost control and crashed while trying to negotiate a sharp corner.

Confirming the incident, Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Corps Commander, Adeoye Irelewuyi, attributed the cause of the crash to over-speed.

He warned motorist to desist from over speeding and to observe recommended speed limits while driving.
The state Fire Chief, Engr Martin Agbili said no life was lost in the inferno, noting that the tanker driver and his conductor fled the scene shortly after the incident.

VOP Lagos

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