A truck exploded after crashing in Nigeria, killing 77 people who were rushing to collect fuel from the scene, authorities said.
The tanker capsized and spilled its contents in the Solega area of north-central Niger State on Saturday.
Officials said the explosion exploded moments after people began collecting fuel, killing dozens and wounding 25 others, including rescuers.
Fuel tank explosions and accidents are common in the country, often caused by poor road conditions and poor vehicle maintenance.
The Emergency Management Agency said that those injured in Saturday's explosion were receiving treatment in nearby hospitals.
Nigeria has witnessed a number of similar incidents in recent months.
Two weeks ago, a fuel truck involved in an accident exploded in the oil-rich state of Delta, killing at least five people. At least 153 people He died in an explosion while trying to collect leaking gasoline in October.
Fuel prices have risen by more than 400% in the past 18 months following Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's bold economic policies, including the elimination of long-standing fuel subsidies.
These changes have thrown millions of people into poverty, with many forced to resort to desperate measures to survive.
The government said its policies aim to boost the economy.
