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Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, stated that the death toll from the petrol tanker explosion has risen to 171 people.
The governor made this disclosure while receiving members of the House of Representatives, adding that the injured victims are being treated in various hospitals.
Malam Umar Namadi noted that the state government has taken full responsibility for the medical care of the victims, saying, “This is a serious tragedy from God Almighty, and we are praying for His mercy.”
Speaking to newsmen shortly after the governor’s meeting, the member representing Birninkudu/Buji Federal Constituency, Hon. Adamu Yakubu (PDP), expressed shock at the number of deceased.
