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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.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reportedly declared a strike at Taraba State University over outstanding salary-related demands and delays in payments.
The strike is scheduled to begin today, October 12, 2026. According to the union’s chairman, the union had been engaging the Taraba State Government over its outstanding demands since February 2026.
“The union had exercised considerable patience and demonstrated its commitment to dialogue since February 2026, when it began engaging the Taraba State Government over the outstanding issues,” Mbave said.
“The union had earlier suspended its planned industrial action following an appeal by the government for additional time through the Office of the Head of Civil Service, in the interest of maintaining industrial harmony,” the chairman added.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
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