The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, has expressed heartfelt condolences to Governor Umar Namadi, and the people of Jigawa State over the tragic tanker explosion in Majiya town, Taura Local Government Area which claimed over 100 lives and left many injured.
Governor Yahaya described the incident as deeply saddening,
emphasising the need for stricter safety measures and public awareness to prevent future occurrences.
He made this disclosure in a press statement signed by the Director-General Press Affairs Gombe Government House Ismaila Misilli on Wednesday night.
“This unfortunate event underscores the urgent need for comprehensive safety measures to prevent similar tragedies.
“Authorities must implement stricter regulations governing fuel transportation and storage to minimize risks while public awareness campaigns are equally essential to educate citizens about the dangers of approaching accident sites, particularly those involving hazardous materials like petroleum products,” the NSGF chairman said.
He also stressed the importance of cross-state collaboration in disaster management to enhance preparedness and response capabilities.
The NSGF Chairman, however, commended Governor Namadi for leading relief efforts, and equally praised the efforts of Jigawa State’s emergency management agencies in responding to the unfortunate event.
He prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased in Aljannat Firdaus and strength to the grieving families, urging the people and government of Jigawa to remain resilient during this difficult period, even as he assured them of solidarity from the people of Gombe State and the entire Northern region.
