By CHARLES IWUOHA

The National President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador EO Okafor, on behalf of the National Executive Committee and the entire AANI family, have condoled with the people of Jigawa state over the recent fuel tanker Explosion.

The group also extends its deepest condolences to the government particularly the residents of Majiya town, over the tragic explosion that occurred on Tuesday, October 17, 2024, in Taura Local Government Area.

During the incident, 167 persons lost their lives while 67 individuals are currently receiving treatment in the hospital.

This is contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the group?s National publicity Secretary, Brigadier General S.K Usman and made available to News Express.

The statement reads: ?We are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of 167 lives in this horrific disaster, and our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those affected.

?We also wish a swift and full recovery to the 67 individuals currently receiving medical treatment.

?At this time of immense grief, AANI stands in solidarity with the people of Jigawa State. We offer our thoughts and prayers, hoping for healing and strength for all the victims and their families.

?We also commend the efforts of the Jigawa State Government and all those providing assistance and medical care to the affected persons.

?AANI shares in your sorrow and prays that God grants the souls of the departed eternal rest and gives the bereaved families the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. May such tragic incidents never befall our nation again.?