The All Progressives Congress ( APC) Ondo Chapter has cautioned people to be careful with explosive and inflammable substances capable of causing harm and injury to humans and property.
The state Publicity Secretary of APC, Mr Alex Kalejaye, stated this on Monday in a statement in Akure to sympathise with victims of the Ôrê petrol tanker explosion.
The News Agency of Nigeria ( NAN) recalls that many people lost their lives on Sunday, following an explosion from a petrol tanker at Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state.
The explosion occurred while some inhabitants were scooping fuel from an overturned tanker.
Kalejaye said the party got the shocking news which he described as unfortunate and avoidable.
“We mourn the untimely but avoidable death of the victims. It was a painfully touching scene.
“The party urges Nigerians to be more careful with explosive items, no matter the level of temptation.
Petroleum products give no notice before explosion, ” he said.
He said though times were hard but expressed hope that very soon, the situation in the country would begin to relax.
“We need to stay safe, and in good health to keep hope alive.
“We deeply sympathise with the bereaved families, friends, and the Ore community. We pray God to comfort them. May the souls of the victims Rest In Peace,” Kalejaye said. ( NAN)
