Port Harcourt, Nigeria – A potential disaster was averted on Wednesday morning when troops from the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army swiftly responded to a tumbling tanker laden with Petroleum Motor Spirit at Rumuokwuta Roundabout.
Emergency Response
Led by Major Almustapha Shawwal Adams, the troops cordoned off the area, conducting preventive drills to prevent a fire outbreak. No lives or property were lost.
Military Commends Troops
Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, praised the troops’ quick response, citing improved civil-military relations. Maj.-Gen. Jamal Abdussalam, General Officer Commanding, 6 Division, Nigerian Army, commended the troops, reaffirming the division’s commitment to people-centric operations.
Key Facts:
- Incident occurred at Rumuokwuta Roundabout
- Tanker laden with Petroleum Motor Spirit
- Troops responded promptly to prevent explosion
- No casualties reported
- Military aims to strengthen community relations
Source: The Nation Newspaper
