Senator Oluremi Tinubu, serving as the First Lady, reached out to offer solace to Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and the families impacted by the petroleum tanker explosion. In a statement she personally penned on Sunday, Senator Tinubu conveyed her deep sympathies, acknowledging the profound sorrow caused by the tragic loss of lives.

She expressed, “Losing lives in such an abrupt and devastating manner is truly heart-wrenching.” Her heartfelt condolences extended not only to Governor Siminalayi Fubara but also to the grieving families affected by the horrific incident in Rivers State, along with the wider community grappling with the aftermath.

Senator Tinubu concluded by offering prayers for the souls of the departed, beseeching divine rest upon them. Her words conveyed a genuine sense of empathy and solidarity with those enduring the pain of this tragic event.