There was panic at the venue of the ongoing Gateway Games 2024, after a diesel truck supplying fuel to a power generator caught fire.

The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Alake Sports Complex in Ijeja, Abeokuta, affecting nearby shops and a kiosk located near the entrance of the facility.

It was gathered that no lives were lost, however the driver of the diesel truck sustained injuries and was rushed to the hospital.

Gistzone reports that some members of the Local Organising Committee quickly arrived at the scene to assess the damage once the fire was brought under control.

In a statement by Spokesman for Ogun State government, Kayode Akinmade, disclosed that the incident had been perfectly handled.

He commended the promptness and proactiveness of the state fire service and the vigilance of officials at the complex.

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Akinmade said: “The fire was immediately put out to prevent any damage, as the complex involved is one of the venues for the sports festival.

“The fire incident that involved a diesel tanker close to one of our facilities for the National Sports Festival this afternoon was very unfortunate. We thank God that the fire was immediately put out to avert casualties.

“To this end, we want to assure all our athletes and the people of the state of safety and that there is no cause for alarm as the situation is under absolute control.”

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