Edo Governor Okpebholo Blames Tanker Owner for Explosion

Edo Governor Okpebholo condemned the actions of the owner of a fuel tanker involved in an explosion on Benin-Lagos Road in the Ovia North-East Local Government Area. The explosion, which occurred on a Thursday, resulted in many feared dead and significant damage.

Okpebholo stated that the tanker owner transferred fuel using another tanker without adhering to safety measures, which he believed could have prevented the incident. He expressed sadness over the event and emphasized the importance of safety precautions, noting that residents had been scooping fuel from the fallen tanker despite public awareness campaigns against such actions.

The governor visited victims at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital and reiterated the need for caution. He also committed to rebuilding Oluku Market, which was destroyed in the fire, and providing support to traders who lost their shops and goods.