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Governor Abiodun Condoles Ibafo Fire Victims and Urges Fuel Transport Safety
The Governor of Ogun State has extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims of the devastating tanker fire that occurred in Ibafo, leaving behind a trail of destruction and hardship.
The fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday, engulfing the area in flames that consumed vehicles, buildings, and other properties.
The scale of the damage was immense, with properties worth millions of naira reduced to rubble.
Governor Dapo Abiodun expressed his deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as an unfortunate event that has caused significant distress to the affected residents and business owners.
In his message, he said, “My heart goes out to all those who have been impacted by this terrible inferno. We stand with you during this difficult time of loss and devastation.”
Although the fire wreaked havoc on numerous properties, the governor found solace in the fact that no lives were lost, stating, “It is indeed unfortunate that property worth millions has been destroyed, but we are grateful that there was no loss of life.”
He also stressed the importance of swift recovery efforts, assuring those affected that the state government would provide necessary support to help them rebuild their lives and businesses.
Governor Abiodun further emphasized the need for safety precautions when it comes to transporting and storing fuel. He urged tanker drivers and operators to strictly adhere to safety protocols to avoid such catastrophic events in the future.
He highlighted that incidents like this could be prevented with proper handling and maintenance of fuel tankers, as well as adherence to guidelines that promote safety on the roads.
In light of the incident, the governor called on relevant agencies to increase oversight and ensure that tanker drivers undergo thorough safety training.
He expressed his hope that through collective efforts, such tragedies could be minimized, and the risks associated with fuel transportation would be significantly reduced.
The governor’s visit to the affected area and his words of encouragement have brought some comfort to the victims, though the road to recovery will be long.
This incident serves as a painful reminder of the dangers that can arise from negligence and the importance of prioritizing safety to protect lives and properties in the future.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to late Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, recalling his contributions to the creative industry and his impact on Nigeria’s cultural identity.
In his tribute, Tinubu described Jacobs as a giant of the Nigerian creative industry and said “He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry. His passing is a great loss to Nigeria, the African film industry and the global community of lovers of the performing arts. His remarkable body of work will continue to speak to generations yet unborn.
“The nation recognises the enormous contributions of Nigeria’s creative practitioners to the country’s cultural identity, global image and economic development. Olu Jacobs played a big role in creating this identity.”
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency over the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard drugs and consumer products in Nigeria.
Adeyanju also called for the removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, as well as the heads of other regulatory agencies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
“Nigerians are being exposed to dangerous products daily, from fake and substandard medicines to unsafe consumer goods, with reports of drugs being sold wholesale in the open under the hot sun. No responsible government should expose its citizens to such risks and expect mortality rates not to rise.”
Adeyanju also called out NAFDAC over what he described as failures in regulating the circulation of counterfeit and substandard products in the country.
It can be noted that various counterfeit products continue to circulate in Nigerian markets, while NAFDAC has also reported seizures and destruction of counterfeit, expired and substandard products.
Lagosians have lamented heavy traffic caused by ongoing construction work at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Federal Government announced that repairs on the damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge would begin on September 8, 2026. The project, initially scheduled to begin in August, was delayed to allow further traffic management planning due to concerns over its impact on motorists.
Since work began, traffic around the Kara area has become heavy, with Lagosians sharing updates on social media about spending two hours or more on the road.
Some commuters say the delays have made their 9-to-5 routines difficult, with several hours spent travelling to and from work.
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