CITIZENS COMPASS – The death toll from the Jigawa fuel tanker explosion has risen to 153 on Thursday while the number of those hospitalised has risen to 100 within 24 hours.
Citizens Compass reported that the death toll was 90 while those hospitalised were 50.
Citizens Compass reported that the tanker explosion occurred in Majia local Government area of the State.
Citizens Compass also reported that the dead victims were given a mass burial burial few hours after the incident occurred on Wednesday.
In a fresh statement, spokesperson, Jigawa State Police Command, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, confirmed the increase in the number of victims saying those injured were currently receiving medication at Aminu Kano, Jahun, Nguru, Hadejia, and Gumel hospitals.
Meanwhile, the State governor, Governor Mallam Umar Namadi has expressed his deep sorrow over the tragic incident.
Governor Namadi, who swiftly visited the place of the accident and joined in performing the funeral prayer and mass burial of the deceased.
According to him, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this painful time.
“We stand in solidarity with those who have lost loved ones and those injured in this tragic incident.”
Governor Namadi also said the state government will cater to the treatment of all those injured in the inferno who are now receiving treatment in various hospitals across the state and beyond.
He said the State Government will ensure that “the affected families receive the needed assistance as we continue to work on preventing such tragedies in the future.”
According to the latest figures by the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), 107 people have so far died in the accident, while 57 have been hospitalised with various degrees of burn.
Governor Namadi urged the public to always prioritise safety during such emergencies and avoid gathering at accident sites to prevent further tragedies.
