Three individuals sustained injuries in an explosion at the NIPCO filling station in Eyean community, located along the Benin-Auchi road in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident occurred on Thursday morning while a CNG Audi-powered vehicle was being filled with gas.
Reports indicate that the explosion was triggered by allegedly counterfeit conversion kits and substandard cylinders used during the vehicle’s installation and conversion to gas. Eyewitness accounts have shared a 25-second viral video showing the aftermath of the explosion, which left a vehicle damaged.
In the video, a voice can be heard confirming the gas explosion at the NIPCO gas station. It is noted that the vehicle’s driver, along with the technician responsible for installing the CNG kits, had visited the filling station to test the system’s efficacy when the explosion occurred.
According to eyewitness reports, the explosion resulted in injuries to three individuals, including a station cleaner, a pump attendant, and another person. All injured parties were promptly rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
Following the incident, the technician involved reported to the police and accompanied officers back to the scene for further investigation. Witnesses have expressed concern, attributing the explosion to the inferior quality of the gas cylinder used for the vehicle’s conversion. They emphasized that the cylinder used was markedly different from those typically employed in CNG installations, raising serious safety concerns about the equipment being used at the gas station.
Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion and to address any safety violations associated with the filling station’s operations. The incident underscores the critical importance of ensuring that conversion kits and cylinders meet safety standards to prevent such hazardous occurrences in the future.
I think we should ban all gas stations to prevent accidents like this. Its too risky for everyones safety.
I think the government should ban all filling stations to prevent future accidents like this. Safety first, people!
I think the government should invest more in safety regulations for filling stations to prevent such incidents. Safety first, always!
I think the government should ban all gas stations to prevent accidents like this. Safety first, people!
I think we should consider banning all gas stations to prevent accidents like this. Safety first, right?
I think the government should ban all filling stations to prevent accidents like this. Safety first, right?
I dont understand why filling stations are still allowed in residential areas. Safety first, people! Move them to industrial zones.
I bet those injured were actually involved in some shady business. Coincidence? I think not. Suspicious!
I think the government should ban all gas stations near residential areas to prevent accidents like this. Safety first!
I wonder if the government is doing enough to regulate safety measures at filling stations. This could have been prevented.
The government needs to step up and prioritize safety at filling stations. Lives are at stake.
I think the real question is, why do we still rely on fossil fuels when we have cleaner alternatives readily available?
I think this whole incident could have been avoided if people just learned to pump gas properly. Safety first, folks!
Is it just me or does anyone else think this explosion could have been prevented with better safety measures?
Its not just you. Safety should always be a top priority. Prevention is key.
I think the government should ban all gas stations to prevent accidents like this. Safety first!
Banning gas stations is extreme. We need better regulations, not total prohibition. Lets find a balanced solution.
I wonder if the real cause of the explosion was negligence or sabotage. Something seems fishy here… 🤔
I think this explosion was a deliberate act to divert attention from something bigger happening in Edo State. Stay woke, people!
Or maybe it was just a tragic accident. Not everything is a conspiracy.
I think the government should ban all filling stations to prevent such accidents. Safety first, right? Whos with me?
No, banning all filling stations is extreme. We need better regulations, not a total ban.
I dont understand why people are still using gas stations. Electric cars are the future, lets move on!
I think the government should shut down all gas stations for safety. Its too risky for everyone! #SafetyFirst #ControversialOpinions
I wonder if this incident could have been prevented with better safety measures. Its something to think about for sure.
Do you think this explosion was just a freak accident or could there be foul play involved? Curious to hear your thoughts!
Who knows? Speculation wont help. Lets wait for the investigation results.
I wonder if the government should regulate gas stations more strictly to prevent these accidents. Safety first, right?
I think we should ban all gas stations in residential areas to prevent future accidents like this. Safety first!
Gas stations provide essential services. Banning them in residential areas may not be the best solution.