2021-04-19 10:55:44 GMT2021-04-19 18:55:44(Beijing Time) Xinhua English
LAGOS, April 19 (Xinhua) At least seven people have been confirmed dead following a tanker explosion in Nigeria s north-central state of Benue, an official said on late Sunday.
The fire was caused by a tanker, which lost control and fell after experiencing brake failure, according to Yakubu Mohammed, head of the state s Federal Road Safety Corps.
About 50 houses were destroyed in the fire accident occurring at the Agatu local government area of the state on Sunday, confirmed Emmanuel Shior, a staff member of the state s Emergency Management Agency, adding that a detailed assessment would be carried out on Monday. Enditem
Xinhua world news summary at 1100 GMT, April 19
centralasiatimes.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from centralasiatimes.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Many Feared Dead As Commercial Bus Plunges Into Ondo River
saharareporters.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from saharareporters.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
FLASH | Many Killed as Bus Plunges into River
thebreakingtimes.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thebreakingtimes.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.