March 05, (THEWILL) –Â The Lagos State Government on Saturday, said it would probe the distribution of petrol as souvenir at a party.
The development followed a viral video showing kegs of petrol being handed out as souvenirs at an event centre in Lagos.
On the keg containing petrol allegedly used as souvenir in the viral video was an inscription which read: ‘Erelu Okin Foundation Installation Party March 4, 2022’, with a picture of the celebrant.
Worried by the development, the state government in a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, said the act using inflammable substance as souvenir is dangerous.
Omotoso, who described the action as dangerous, said it could lead to loss of lives and property.
“It is blatantly against all safety measures in such places. The Lagos State government, through the Safety Commission, is investigating this matter and will ensure that all parties to this reprehensible action are made to account for it”, he said.
The statement reads: “The attention of the Lagos State Government has been drawn to a video showing kegs of petrol being handed out as souvenirs at an event Centre in Lagos. The video has gone viral on social media.
“There is no doubt that this action is dangerous and can lead to loss of lives and property. It is blatantly against all safety measures in such places.
“The Lagos State Government through the Safety Commission is investigating this matter and will ensure that all parties to this reprehensible action are made to account for it.
“The safety of lives and properties of Lagosians and visitors remain a top priority to the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration.
“We, therefore, advise that actions that can lead to loss of lives and properties be avoided.
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