20 killed in Ore tanker explosion, Ondo Govt mourns victims

<p>The state government promises to reach out to the families of the victims.</p>, <span>The tanker explosion in Ore, Ondo State claimed 20 lives. TVC</span>, <h2>The Ondo State Government on Monday mourned victims of a tanker explosion that occurred in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state.</h2>, <p>This is contained in a statement by the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, made available to newsmen in Akure.</p>, <p>The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that scores were killed as the tanker exploded on Sunday evening in the commercial town of Ore.</p>, <p>“With deep regrets and sadness, we mourn the tragic death of our fellow citizens in an explosion from a fuel laden tanker at Ore in Odigbo Local Government Area.</p>, <p>“The government and people of the state are devastated by this unfortunate tragedy which is not only gripping but mind numbing.</p>, <p>“It is a tragedy that should not have occurred. Our hearts go out to the victims of the fuel tanker explosion and their families.</p>, <p>”This is a most horrendous way to die. We are shocked and traumatised as we express the depth of our grief for the victims of the explosion,” the statement reads in parts.</p>, <p>Ademola-Olateju said the state would reach out to the families of the victims of what she described as avoidable deaths.</p>, <p>The commissioner said whatever circumstances that led to the unfortunate incident must not be allowed to happen again.</p>, <p>“This is one tragedy too many and it is our joint responsibility to ensure this does not happen again.</p>, <p>“May God grant repose to the souls of the departed and succour to their families,” the statement concluded.</p>