On Wednesday morning, troops from the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army responded swiftly to prevent what could have been a catastrophic explosion after a tanker carrying Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS) overturned at the Rumuokwuta Roundabout in Port Harcourt. The incident caused widespread panic among residents, as many feared the tanker could ignite a major fire in the area.
Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 6 Division, confirmed that troops quickly mobilized to the scene to avert disaster. The immediate response, he noted, played a crucial role in preventing a potential inferno that could have resulted in significant loss of life and property.
Major Almustapha Shawwal Adams, the Acting Commanding Officer of the 760 Transport Battalion, led the 6 Division Fire Crew to the site to take control of the situation. Danjuma explained that the military’s intervention was carried out in close cooperation with other relevant agencies, ensuring that all safety and security protocols were observed.
The area was cordoned off, and preventive drills were executed to neutralize any possible risk of fire. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the 6 Division and sister agencies, the situation was successfully brought under control without any loss of life or property.
Lt. Col. Danjuma emphasized that this timely intervention reflects the Nigerian Army’s ongoing commitment to fostering strong civil-military relations. The 6 Division’s proactive fire prevention response is a testament to its dedication to supporting the safety and well-being of the local communities within its jurisdiction.
The General Officer Commanding, 6 Division, Maj.-Gen. Jamal Abdussalam, commended the troops for their rapid and effective response to the incident. He reassured the people of Rivers State and its environs that the division remains committed to carrying out community-focused operations in line with the command philosophy of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.
This incident highlights the importance of civil-military cooperation and the army’s resolve to protect civilians in emergency situations. The quick action of the troops helped avert a potentially disastrous explosion, further strengthening the trust between the military and the residents of Port Harcourt.
Do you think this was just a lucky break, or were the troops really necessary? Lets discuss.
Troops were essential. Luck had nothing to do with it. Lets not undermine their hard work.
I dont buy the hero narrative. Maybe the troops caused the accident in the first place? Just saying. 🤷♂️
Or maybe they risk their lives daily for you. Perspective matters. 🇺🇸
I dont get why were always praising troops for averting disasters caused by negligence. Shouldnt we focus on preventing them in the first place?
I think the troops should have let the explosion happen. We need a natural disaster to wake people up.
Thats a heartless and dangerous mindset. Lives should never be sacrificed for wake-up calls.
I dont understand why there are so many tanker accidents lately. Are they not enforcing safety regulations properly? 🤔
I think the troops should focus on preventing accidents in the first place, not just averting them. Prevention is key!
I think the troops shouldnt have intervened. Let nature take its course and teach us a lesson on safety.
I dont buy the hero narrative. Why were troops even there? Suspicious… 🤔 #conspiracytheory #questioningtheofficialstory
I think the troops should have let the explosion happen to teach a lesson about safety. Just my two cents.
I think the troops did a great job, but why are tankers still allowed on the roads? Time for stricter regulations.
I dont buy it! I think this whole averting major explosion story is just a cover-up for something bigger happening behind the scenes.
I dont get why were praising troops for averting an explosion caused by a tanker accident. Shouldnt they prevent accidents in the first place?
I wonder if the troops were really needed or if they just made things worse. Maybe they shouldve let the experts handle it.
I dont buy it. Seems fishy. Maybe the troops caused the explosion in the first place. Whos really to blame here?
I wonder if the troops were really needed or if it was just a show of power. Could there have been a better solution?
I dont get why everyone is praising the troops for averting the explosion. Shouldnt we question why the tanker accident happened in the first place?
I dont buy the whole heroic troops narrative. Theyre just doing their job. Lets not exaggerate their actions.
I cant believe the troops are being praised for this. What about the negligence that caused the accident in the first place? #AccountabilityNeeded
I think the troops shouldnt have intervened. Let nature take its course! Whos with me? #controversialopinions #letitburn
I think the troops did more harm than good. Maybe the explosion could have been prevented without their intervention.
I really think the troops could have done more to prevent the accident in the first place. Just my two cents!
I think the troops shouldnt have intervened. Let nature take its course, maybe it wouldve been a wake-up call.
Nature doesnt need a wake-up call. Lives were at stake. Intervention was necessary.
I think we shouldnt rely on troops to handle these situations. There must be better preventive measures in place.
I dont buy the hero narrative. Who caused the accident in the first place? Lets question the bigger picture.
Accidents happen, heroes emerge. Focus on the positive outcome, not the blame game.
I think the troops could have prevented the accident altogether. Why werent they there sooner? Negligence or lack of resources?
Troops cant be everywhere at once. Blaming them for accidents is unfair. Circumstances differ.
I think the military intervention was unnecessary. Let nature take its course instead of risking more lives. #controversialopinion