By Ekunkonye Junior, Abuja
The Northern Senators Forum (NSF) has called for greater vigilance and enforcement of safety regulations to minimize to the barest level, accidents on roads.
This was contained in a press statement from the the forum’s chairman, Senator Abdulaziz Yar’adua on Sunday, while expressing sadness sadness over the recent tragic petrol tanker explosion at Dikko junction on Saturday, 18th January, 2025, that have claimed numerous lives and left many others injured.
“This devastating incident highlights the need for greater vigilance and enforcement of safety regulations on our roads. This incident could have been avoided if the enforcement agencies had taken precautionary steps.
“We therefore call on relevant agencies, including the Federal Road Safety Corps, to ensure that all tankers and heavy-duty vehicles are roadworthy and adhere to strict safety standards. The enormous damage caused by such breakdowns is unacceptable and preventable. We also urge Nigerians to refrain from scooping fuel in the event of such incidents as it can have devastating consequences.
“As we mourn the loss of lives, the forum offers its sincerest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. May God grant the souls of all that was lost eternal rest,” the statement had said.
