Six people were killed in a Nigerian petrol truck explosion.

One of the victims of the Sunday evening event was a motorbike rider caught in the flames.

Six people were killed in a Nigerian petrol truck explosion.

In the Nigerian metropolis of Lagos, a tanker truck carrying petrol exploded, killing at least six people.

Officials reported the tanker collided head-on with another truck, causing a fire that destroyed both trucks.

One of the victims of the Sunday evening event was a motorbike rider caught in the flames.

In recent years, Nigeria has experienced numerous fatal traffic accidents and explosions involving fuel tankers.
Poor roads, disrespect for traffic norms, and poor car maintenance are the leading causes of road accidents in Nigeria.

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