Man’s Disability Saves His Life as 20 Die While Scooping Fuel From Fallen Tanker in Ogoja

Converseer | 04-05-2026 12:56pm |

A man with a disability has recounted how his condition inadvertently protected him from a tragic incident in Ogoja, Cross River State, where a fuel tanker explosion resulted in the deaths of 20 individuals. The explosion occurred last week as numerous people attempted to scoop fuel from the fallen tanker, leading to severe burns for several others involved. The man’s inability to participate in the dangerous activity ultimately spared him from the disaster, which has left a lasting impact on the community. Emergency services continue to address the aftermath of the incident as investigations are underway.

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