Petrol Tanker Explodes, Kills One, Razes Six Shops in Anambra
A petrol tanker explosion in the Ozubulu area of Anambra State claimed one life and destroyed at least six shops late Friday, November 21, 2025. The incident occurred after the tanker collided with a car and a tricycle, sparking a massive fire that quickly spread to nearby shops along Udoji Road. Eyewitnesses reported that the explosion caused immediate panic and that fire engulfed the area before firefighters arrived. Some tricycle passengers sustained severe burns and were rushed to hospital. The prompt response of Anambra State Fire Service, with three trucks on site, was credited with preventing further loss and damage. Federal Road Safety and other emergency teams managed the aftermath and diverted traffic, while authorities confirmed the incident as one of several recent fire disasters in the state.
