By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
A devastating gas tanker explosion hit Magamar Jibia, Jibia Local Government Area, in Northwestern Nigeria’s Katsina State on Friday.
The incident caused a massive fire, ravaging vehicles and properties in its wake. 
The blast reportedly sent shockwaves through the community.
Eyewitnesses describe a harrowing scene as the tanker suddenly burst into flames, unleashing a devastating blaze that destroyed multiple vehicles and properties in the area.
“As I watched, the tanker explode, sending massive flames everywhere,” an eyewitness recounted.
“The fire is still raging, but amazingly, no firefighters have arrived yet.”
Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the spokesman for the state police command, did not answer his calls or reply to a text message sent to him for an update.
