BREAKING: Cars Destroyed As Petrol Tanker Explodes In Ibadan

A petrol tanker reportedly went up in flames in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Thursday night.

Our correspondent gathered that the explosion occured as the tanker which was laden with Premium Motor Spirit fell and burst into fire.

Some vehicles were reportedly destroyed as the fire raged at the scene.

It was also learnt that some miscreants attacked some sympathisers at the scene but the reason for this alleged attack could not be ascertained.

The Director of Operations of Oyo State Fire Services, Mr Ismail Adeleke, who confirmed the incident to our correspondent said he and his men were still at the scene at around 11pm.

He said, ” The fire started from the engine compartment of the tanker and the driver, having seen the burning fire panicked and jumped out of the moving truck.

” The vehicle lost control and fell spilling its content on the road and fire raged along the way. Two cars were destroyed but no life was lost in the inferno.”