The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has cautioned
gas dealers against situating their plants in residential areas.
Joseph Efere, the Commander Area C, Kafanchan, issued the directive on Thursday in an interview with newsmen in Kaduna.
The commander stated that erecting gas plants in residential areas is
like a recipe for disaster as the gas cylinder could cause an
explosion.
He said, ”We have been receiving complaints about gas dealing within
Kafanchan and it is our responsibility to ensure that people live within
a safe environment.
“Installing gas plants within a residential environment is a disaster
in the making and that is why we always advise gas dealers to make sure
that they erect their plants away from residential areas.
“Through the help of our disaster management team, we will make sure
that gas stations operating where people are living are evacuated.
“We have discussed with the management of the council area and have
promised to give the gas dealers a site along Madakiya road to relocate
their businesses there.”
Joseph also advised people living in residential areas to carry out
their own duties by not patronizing roadside gas sellers or those
operating within residential areas, NAN reports.