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Petrol Tanker Explodes in Lagos-Abeokuta Way

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NAIJA NEWS: Petrol Tanker Explodes in Lagos-Abeokuta Way [New Naija News] » Naijacrawl
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A petrol-laden tanker has exploded at Ajegunle Bus-Stop, around Alagbado, on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.



The explosion reportedly happened at about 3 am on Friday, April 22, 2022.

Residents say the explosion woke them from their sleep, burning houses and shops.

Emergency officials, including firefighters from the Lagos State Fire Service, arrived at the scene to put out the fire.

Meanwhile, one person died in the accident. A video from the scene shows a black bag containing the body of the deceased.



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