A recent tanker explosion in Jigawa State has raised concerns, coming just weeks after a similar tragedy at the Jigawa-Kano border, where over a hundred lives were lost.
The latest incident, which occurred on November 13, 2024, has caused panic among local residents and bystanders.
Aliyu M. A., the Public Relations Officer of the Federal Fire Service in Jigawa State, confirmed the explosion to the press.
Authorities are likely to be investigating the cause of the blast, as well as the broader implications for safety in the region.