JUST IN: Residents Ignore Explosion Threat, Scoop Fuel from Fallen Tanker in Ibadan

There have been concerns about a possible fire explosion at Olorunsogo, along Lagos-Ibadan expressway as some residents, despite warnings about the possible risks of a fire outbreak, continue to scoop petroleum product from the scene of a fallen tanker.

According to reports, the incident occurred earlier this morning as the tanker laden with 33,000 litres of fuel, overturned and fell on the road.

Eyewitness account said despite the presence of some operatives in the area, the residents scooping the fuel continued unabated.

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