A fuel tanker exploded on Tuesday along the busy Ibadan Expressway in Oyo State, sparking a massive fire and severe traffic congestion between the Oremeji and Olorunsogo axis.

As of the time of filing this report, no casualties had been confirmed, but the inferno was still ongoing as emergency responders battled to contain the blaze.

The Oyo State Fire Service confirmed the incident, with its General Manager, Akinyemi Akinyinka, stating that personnel were promptly deployed to the scene.

“Yes, a tanker is on fire near Sumurah, between Olorunsogo and Oremeji,” Akinyinka told reporters, “Our response team is already at the scene.”

The explosion has caused a major traffic gridlock on the expressway, with stranded commuters and motorists advised to seek alternative routes.

Authorities have urged residents to avoid the area for their safety, while efforts to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby properties continue. (The Guardian)