PHOTOS: Aftermath of the tanker explosion in Kwara

A petrol tanker travelling through Jebba town in Kwara state on Wednesday, lost control, spilled its contents and rammed into residential buildings.

As a result, an explosion occurred which was said to have led to the death of six persons, while several properties were razed.

Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, governor of Kwara, sent his condolences to the people of the town, and called for calm.

According to a statement signed by Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor’s spokesman, the state emergency management agency (SEMA) has also been directed to determine the material loss incurred as a result of the inferno.

“The Governor is very sad at this development, especially with the loss of lives and millions of naira worth of properties and farmlands. He sends his heartfelt condolences to the affected families. He urges them to take heart and remain calm as believers,” the statement reads.

“He has also directed the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to quickly move in to determine the material loss.

“He also commends the Kwara State Fire Service and other responders for their efforts which helped to curtail the raging inferno and minimised the loss.

“Once again, he condoles with the victims and their families on this very sad incident, and prays to God Almighty to repose the souls of the deceased.”

Below are the pictures.