Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday expressed dismay at the devastating tanker explosion that claimed several lives at Dikko Junction in Niger State.

The Vice President also extended condolences to the bereaved families, as well as the government and people of Niger State.

While commiserating with the families of the victims, Shettima assured them of the federal government’s commitment to preventing future occurrences.

The Vice President’s message follows President Bola Tinubu’s earlier directive for immediate medical assistance to survivors and the implementation of stricter safety protocols along major highways.

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The incident, which occurred when a fuel-laden tanker en route from Kaduna to Gwagwalada overturned at Dikko Junction, has prompted the federal government to announce a comprehensive review of transportation safety measures.

The President has also tasked the National Orientation Agency with launching an immediate nationwide awareness campaign on the dangers of approaching accident scenes involving fuel tankers.