Fuel tanker explosion kills 77 people in Suleja area of Nigeria

People had rushed to collect fuel from the tanker after it overturned in a crash.

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The tanker overturned and spilled its contents in the Suleja area of North Central Niger state on Saturday.

It exploded moments after people began scooping up fuel, killing dozens and leaving 25 others injured, including rescuers, officials said.

Fuel tanker explosions and accidents are common in the country - often caused by the poor state of roads and badly maintained vehicles.

Those injured in Saturday's explosion are being treated in nearby hospitals, the emergency management agency said.

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