The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with victims of the gas explosion that occured on Saturday evening in Ita-Osin area of Abeokuta.
Tribune Online reports that the incident happened at 4.30 pm as a result of brake failure of a gas truck travelling from Lagos to Abeokuta.
It was also reported that a motor boy lost his life in the incident while the driver fled the scene immediately after the unfortunate happened.
The remains of the truck boy was deposited at the morgue of the General Hospital, Ijaye
The inferno affected four vehicles parked on the roadside while some shops and buildings were destroyed.
The men of the fire service from both the State and Federal Fire Departments were promptly on the ground to contain the inferno.
Governor Abiodun, in a statement on Saturday night, regretted the loss of life in the inferno and the attendant destruction of properties.
He, however, called for calm, assuring that everything was being done to put the situation under control.
He said: “I am deeply saddened by the tragic gas explosion that occurred in Abeokuta, Ogun State on Saturday, which led to the loss of an innocent life and destruction of properties. This is a devastating incident that has brought pain and anguish to many families.
“On behalf of the government and people of Ogun State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of the lone victim of this tragic incident. My prayers are with them during this difficult time.
“I also wish to express my sympathy to those who suffered damage to their businesses.”
The governor praised the quick intervention of relevant agencies of government and first responders, which brought the situation under control.
Governor Abiodun noted that relevant authorities have been mandated to ascertain the cause of the explosion and ensure that appropriate measures are put in place to prevent a recurrence.
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