Diesel tanker explodes in Ibadan

A tanker carrying diesel exploded on Wednesday night at Feranjesu axis along Olunde-Olomi Road in Ibadan, Oyo State capital.

The commandant of the Security Surveillance Team in Oluyole Local Government, Olusegun Idowu, said that the tanker was coming from Olunde when some people by the roadside noticed the fire from its underneath and alerted the driver.

According to Nigerian Tribune, the driver reportedly jumped out quickly, while everyone around the spot scampered to safety.

The fire was said to have spread, causing an explosion, with the diesel flowing into the roadside drainage and burning.

The commandant stated that the state fire service did not immediately arrive at the scene despite calls made to them.