CNG-powered vehicle explodes at filling station in Benin
A tragic incident unfolded in Benin City, as a CNG-powered vehicle exploded at a NIPCO filling station, causing chaos and panic.
Video footage circulating on social media shows the aftermath, with the vehicle severely damaged and people in the area rushing to assist the injured.
Several individuals have been taken to the hospital for treatment, although the extent of their injuries remains unclear at the time of this report.
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This incident has reignited safety concerns surrounding the conversion of petrol-powered vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), a policy strongly advocated by the Nigerian government.
Many have raised questions about the safety protocols and standards in place for such conversions.
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