A dramatic scene unfolded in Asaba, the capital of Delta State, after a fuel tanker developed a leak near the City Gate area, drawing a large crowd of residents eager to collect the spilling petrol.
Videos circulating on social media show men and women arriving with buckets, jerrycans, and other containers to scoop up the fuel despite the serious risk of a fire or explosion. Many appeared undeterred by the potential danger as they rushed to the scene.
According to reports, the crowd gathered shortly after the tanker began leaking, turning the area into a chaotic scene as people scrambled to recover as much fuel as possible. The incident has renewed concerns about public safety and the dangers associated with fuel tanker leaks.
