Residents of Delta State were seen scooping fuel from a fallen tanker along the Sapele-Warri Road on Tuesday, despite the serious danger involved.
A viral video showed people collecting the liquid in buckets, kegs and gallons from the fallen tanker.
The incident has sparked reactions on social media, with many Nigerians warning residents against the dangerous practice.
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Fuel scooping from fallen tankers has caused deadly explosions in the past, raising concerns over the risks people take to obtain spilled fuel.
As of the time of reporting, no explosion had been reported at the scene.
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