A gasoline tanker explosion in Nigeria's Niger State kills at least 31, injures 17, prompting investigations into the incident.

It is the latest in a string of deadly accidents caused by people trying to scoop up leaking petrol amid a worsening cost-of-living crisis.

A gasoline tanker explosion in Nigeria's Niger State kills at least 31, injures 17, prompting investigations into the incident.

People rushed to collect fuel from the overturned tanker when it suddenly exploded, engulfing them in flames.

Deadly incidents involving petroleum products are common in Nigeria where fuel is transported by road.