Nigerian who drove tanker on fire to safety honored

Nigeria's Delta state has honored a man who was hailed a "hero" for risking his life by driving a burning fuel tanker away from a densely populated suburban area.

Ejiro Otarigho sped off in the burning tanker to safety before onlookers dragged him away from the ball of fire.

The Delta state government has given him a cheque of 2m nairas ($4,800; £3,900), a plaque, and a letter of commendation "for his display of heroism".

Mr. Otarigho was commended for "his bravery and heroism in averting a major disaster that could have resulted in the death of many in the area".