Tanker Fire in Cross River Claims Two Lives and Destroys Shops

On Sunday morning, a tanker fire in Cross River State led to the deaths of two individuals, including a conductor and a driver, both associated with the tankers involved in the accident. The Cross River State Police Command, through spokesperson ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata, classified the incident as a road traffic accident, stating that the collision triggered a fire that spread to nearby shops and vehicles.

Police from the Odukpani Division were dispatched to the scene to ensure public safety and secure the area. The state Fire Service was alerted to extinguish the fire.

A joint assessment team, led by Mr Efa Nyong, Director-General of the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA), visited the site to evaluate the damage. The team was welcomed by Mr Etim Asido, Chairman of Odukpani Local Government Council, who provided details of the incident.

Nyong expressed condolences to the victims' families and assured that the state government would explore interventions for those affected.