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Many feared dead as tanker explodes in Rivers
A massive explosion has occured on the East-West Road in Rivers State destroying dozens of vehicles and goods worth millions.
The devastating incident happened on Friday night along the Eleme axis of the road, also claimed unconfirmed number of lives.
Reports suggest that the tragedy was triggered when a tanker, navigating the dilapidated road, was hit by another heavy-duty vehicle, igniting flames and an explosion.
The ensuing inferno engulfed more than 50 vehicles on the road at the time, with some occupants trapped and unable to escape the fire, which spread rapidly.