A shocking incident occurred in Benin City, Edo State, when a CNG-powered vehicle exploded at a gas station, leaving several people injured. Eyewitness videos circulating on social media depict the chaotic scene as bystanders rushed to assist the victims.
The explosion happened on Wednesday afternoon, October 16, at a CNG station located on Eyean, Auchi Road. Reports indicate that one individual sustained injuries when the vehicle detonated while being refueled.
Emergency services promptly took the injured to a nearby hospital for treatment. This incident raises important safety concerns regarding the conversion of petrol-powered vehicles to CNG, a shift the Nigerian government has been advocating.
Tragedy strikes in Benin, Edo State as a gas powered vehicle exploded at a CNG station causing panic and injuries.🙆💔 pic.twitter.com/TQgpfxoxlH
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) October 17, 2024
