Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, is asking, “how many more lives must be lost before decisive action is taken?”
Atiku’s question is coming after the “devastating tanker explosion at the Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Highway of the Federal Capital Territory.”
He recalled “a similar disaster at Otedola Bridge in Lagos”, saying, “with this latest incident, it is clear that tanker explosions must be treated as a national emergency”.
The 2023 PDP Presidential candidate called “for the immediate establishment of a high-powered presidential panel to investigate the causes of these explosions and implement urgent, practical solutions to prevent future occurrences.”
According to Atiku: “I have just been briefed on yet another devastating tanker explosion at the Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Highway of the Federal Capital Territory. This is an unacceptable and recurring tragedy that has claimed far too many innocent lives and destroyed countless properties. With this latest incident, it is clear that tanker explosions must be treated as a national emergency. Two weeks ago, we witnessed a similar disaster at Otedola Bridge in Lagos. How many more lives must be lost before decisive action is taken?
“I call for the immediate establishment of a high-powered presidential panel to investigate the causes of these explosions and implement urgent, practical solutions to prevent future occurrences. The safety of our citizens is non-negotiable, and we must end this cycle of destruction.Reports indicate that multiple lives have been lost in today’s incident. My heart goes out to the victims and their families. I urge the relevant authorities to mobilize all available resources to provide the injured with free and comprehensive medical care.
“To the families mourning their loved ones, may you find strength and comfort in this difficult time. I pray for the peaceful repose of the departed souls.”
