Sanwo-Olu reassures residents on safety after tanker falls

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reassured residents of safety measures following a tanker incident.

On January 19, 2026, a report highlighted a fallen tanker incident in Lagos, Nigeria, where Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu reassured residents about implemented safety measures. The event underscores ongoing concerns with road safety in the state. No further details on the cause, casualties, or specific actions were detailed in available reports, but the governor's statement aims to calm public fears amid such accidents.

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