SABMF calls for investigation into Jigawa tanker explosion, sympathizes with victims

The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) has expressed deep sorrow over the petrol tanker explosion that occurred on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in Majiya, Jigawa State, leading to multiple fatalities and injuries.

In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Director General, Engr. Abubakar Umar, SABMF urged authorities to launch a thorough investigation into the cause of the incident.

While sympathizing with the victims, the Foundation called on the government, corporate organizations, and other stakeholders to provide urgent support to affected families.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the people of Majiya, and the government and people of Jigawa State. Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this devastating incident.

” Regrettably, such accidents have become all too frequent across our country, claiming countless lives and causing untold suffering. This trend underscores the urgent need for enhanced safety measures to prevent or mitigate the impact of such disasters.

” We call on the relevant authorities to:

1. Conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the explosion.
2. Provide immediate assistance and support to the affected families.
3. Strengthen safety regulations and enforcement across the petroleum industry.
4. Invest in emergency response infrastructure and capacity building.

We also appeal to corporate organizations, individuals, and philanthropic institutions to provide humanitarian aid to the victims and their families.

In this moment of grief, we stand in solidarity with the people of Jigawa State and Nigeria as a whole,” parts of the statement read.