The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has sensitised some residents of Enugu State on the prevention of tanker fires.
It has also cautioned tanker and articulated vehicle drivers against speeding on roads in Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu states.
The director-general, Mrs Zubaida Umar, gave the advice on Friday during a sensitisation campaign in Enugu.
Represented by the head of operations in Enugu, Mrs Ngozi Echeazu, the director-general urged Nigerians to stop scooping fuel from fallen petroleum tankers and stay away from such vicinity to ensure safety.
She said, “Please, when anyone sees a scene of accident or disaster, if it is safe, join in the rescue of Nigerians and not filming, not making video content or recording sceneS with your phones while people need your help.
“I urge road users to be sober and be safety- conscious while on the road. Tanker and articulated drivers should avoid alcohol and intoxicating substances, endeavour to maintain their vehicles and have enough sleep and rest before embarking on a long journey.”
