Fear grips Osun Community as petrol tanker goes up in flames

Residents of Ijabe in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State were thrown into panic when a petrol tanker carrying 33,000 liters of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) burst into flames on a major highway connecting Osun and Kwara States.

The incident, which occurred on the busy route, resulted in a massive gridlock as stranded travelers were forced to turn back. According to a local resident, Jamiu Opeyemi, the fire created chaos, disrupting movement and spreading fear among the community.

Confirming the incident, Kehinde Adeleke, the spokesperson for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State, stated that the cause of the fire was yet to be determined.

“The incident has blocked the road and obstructed vehicular movement, causing panic among residents, travelers, and particularly the farmers in the area,” Adeleke said.

Emergency responders are yet to confirm if there were any casualties or significant damage. Authorities have urged commuters to avoid the route while efforts to control the situation are underway.