Vice-President Kashim Shettima expressed his heartfelt condolences for the tragic truck explosion in Karu, Abuja, that resulted in loss of lives and injuries. In a message delivered in Abuja, Shettima extended sympathy to the affected families, acknowledging the profound grief caused by the incident.
He assured the families of the government’s support during this challenging time and conveyed prayers for the swift recovery of the injured individuals undergoing treatment. Shettima also praised the prompt response of emergency services, including the Federal Road Safety Corps, Red Cross, Fire Service, and security personnel, for their efforts in rescuing victims and providing immediate medical assistance.
The Vice-President stressed the importance of promoting road safety awareness and stricter adherence to safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.