PRESS RELEASE – NUPENG GRIEVES WITH NIGER STATE OVER TANKER EXPLOSION, ISSUES URGENT CALL FOR ROAD REHABILITATION MEASURES

22nd October 2025

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) is profoundly saddened by the tragic tanker explosion that occurred along the Bida-Agaie road on Tuesday, 21st October 2025.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to His Excellency, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the people of Essan and Badeggi communities in Katcha Local Government Area, Niger State.
The significant loss of life, injuries sustained, and damage to property in this incident have left our Union leadership and membership in a state of collective mourning. We offer our full solidarity to the affected families and communities and pray for the souls of the departed and the swift healing of the injured.

In line with our role as a responsible organization, NUPENG reaffirms its dedication to supporting the Niger State Government and all stakeholders in implementing effective preventive measures. We emphasize that this disaster highlights the critical necessity for immediate and sustained action to address the deteriorating state of key roadways across the nation.

It is disheartening that such fatal events continue to occur, despite our ongoing collaborative efforts with safety agencies to educate the public on the dangers of interfering with accident scenes involving flammable substances.

NUPENG remains steadfast in its pursuit of a safer transportation ecosystem and calls upon all Nigerians to prioritize safety and maintain vigilance. A concerted effort is essential to eradicate these preventable tragedies.

Our Solidarity remains constant, for the Union makes us strong!
FOR: NIGERIA UNION OF PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS WORKERS

COMRADE WILLIAMS AKPOREHA 
National President

COMRADEAFOLABI OLAWALE
General Secretary