The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi) has called for a thorough investigation to ascertain the cause of tragic incident that involved a cement-laden trailer which claimed lives on Wednesday evening at the Karu Bridge along the ever busy Abuja-Keffi Expressway.
An eyewitness at the scene of the ghastly incident said the truck was at a top speed leading to a break failure and in the process rammed into many vehicles resulting into loss of lives. Another eyewitness added that the explosion at the accident scene was also aided by CNG which the trailer is running on.
While commending the timely response of the FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Nigeria Police Force and others who are on the ground to rescue the victims and manage the situation as well as commiserating with those who lost loved ones in the incident, the PCNGI reiterated its committed to promoting safe and sustainable use of CNG as a cleaner energy alternative in the country.
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It stated, “The PCNG Initiative is deeply saddened by the tragic accident on the Karu Bridge between Kugbo and Nyanya in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and all those affected by this devastating incident.
“While initial reports suggest the involvement of a Bi-Fueled Petrol Tanker, we urge the public to await the outcome of a thorough investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the accident.
“Preliminary accounts indicate a possible brake system failure leading to the explosion of the petrol storage tank, but it is crucial to avoid speculation until all facts are established.
“The PCNG Initiative remains committed to promoting the safe and sustainable use of CNG as a cleaner energy alternative. We will continue to work closely with relevant authorities, including the FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Federal Fire Service, and other stakeholders, to ensure that safety standards are upheld and incidents like this are prevented in the future.
“We commend the swift response of the emergency responders including FEMA, the Nigeria Police Force, and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), who are on the ground working tirelessly to rescue victims and manage the situation.”
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