Edo PDP Calls for Support After Oluku Petrol Tanker Fire

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) expressed deep sorrow regarding the petrol tanker fire that occurred at Oluku along the Benin-Lagos Expressway on October 15, 2026. The incident resulted in several injuries and significant property damage, affecting shops, vehicles, and businesses.

In a statement released on October 16, 2026, the PDP urged the Edo State Government to provide immediate assistance to the victims and to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire. The party conveyed condolences to the injured victims and their families, as well as to traders who lost their livelihoods.

The PDP also expressed concern over reports of residents attempting to scoop fuel from the fallen tanker prior to the fire. They emphasized the need for improved public safety measures and emergency preparedness.

The statement concluded with a call for compassion and support for the affected families, stressing that the tragedy should not be forgotten and that lessons must be learned.