Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his sympathy following two (2) unfortunate incidents which occurred and claimed two (2) lives, others injured and many stalls and wares razed.
The “fire incident at the Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan razed many stalls and wares, and the tragic tanker explosion on the Otedola Bridge in Lagos claimed two lives.”
“These unfortunate incidents reinforce the urgent need for increased awareness about fire management in markets, public places, and on our roads”, he said.
Atiku wrote: “I have just been informed about the fire incident at the Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan, which razed many stalls and wares, and the tragic tanker explosion on the Otedola Bridge in Lagos, which claimed two lives and left three others injured.
I express my sympathy to the families of the victims of both incidents. I also extend my condolences to Governor Seyi Makinde and the government of Oyo State on the Aleshinloye Market fire, as well as to the families affected by the Otedola Bridge explosion, and the government and people of Lagos State. It is my prayer that the Almighty shall replenish the losses for those affected and grant a speedy recovery to the injured.
These unfortunate incidents reinforce the urgent need for increased awareness about fire management in markets, public places, and on our roads, especially during this season of the year. I urge all relevant authorities to strengthen safety measures and preparedness to prevent future occurrences.”
