'95 killed' in Nigerian tanker explosion

Ninety-five people have died after a tanker caught fire and exploded, Nigerian officials say.

'95 killed' in Nigerian tanker explosion
Thu, 12 Jul, 2012 - 15:10

Ninety-five people have died after a tanker caught fire and exploded, Nigerian officials say.

Most of the victims died as they rushed over to try to scoop up fuel.

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