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Dangote Group Refutes Ownership of Truck Involved in Akungba-Akoko Crash

Dangote Group has officially denied that the truck with plate number JJJ 365 XB—implicated in a fatal accident in Akungba‑Akoko, Ondo State—belongs to the company or any of its subsidiaries, insisting instead the vehicle is operated by an independent logistics firm.

95News•10/23/2025

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FG Declares Deep Sorrow as Tanker Blast in Niger State Claims 39 Lives, Injures Over 60

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that 39 people died and more than 60 others were severely injured when a fuel tanker exploded in Essa community, Katcha LGA, Niger State.

95News•10/22/2025

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Tragedy in Niger: NEMA Confirms 39 Dead, 60 Injured in Tanker Explosion on Agaie–Bida Road

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that at least 39 people were killed and more than 60 others sustained injuries when a petrol tanker overturned and exploded in the Essa community, along the Agaie–Bida road in Niger State. The tragedy unfolded in the early afternoon when a lorry carrying fuel tipped over and locals reportedly rushed to scoop the spilt contents—triggering the devastating blast.

95News•10/22/2025