A Nigerian was honored for driving a tanker that was on fire to safety
Mr. Otarigho received praise for "his bravery and heroism in averting a terrible calamity that may have killed many people in the neighborhood."
A man has been acclaimed a "hero" in Nigeria's Delta state for risking his life by driving a blazing fuel truck away from a densely populated suburban neighborhood.
Before bystanders dragged him away from the ball of fire, Ejiro Otarigho rushed away in the blazing truck to safety.
He received cash for 2 million nairas ($4,800; £3,900), a plaque, and a letter of congratulations from the Delta state government "for his demonstration of heroism."
Mr. Otarigho received praise for "his bravery and heroism in averting a terrible calamity that may have killed many people in the neighborhood."