Bisina SomtoOn Tuesday evening, Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, was jolted by a deafening explosion that echoed through the areas of Agbowo, Sango, Orogun, and Bodija.
The aftermath revealed an unspecified number of people injured and a trail of destruction in its wake. Prime Business Africa reports that the blast, suspected to be caused by a gas explosion, wreaked havoc on Bodija Housing Estate, resulting in the destruction of no fewer than 20 houses.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the crisis, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.
Eyewitness accounts, such as Mr. Bode’s, shed light on the extent of the damage. “I have counted at least 20 houses that were affected by the explosion,” he remarked.
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At the time of this report, security agents have cordoned off the affected street, investigating the incident and ensuring public safety. Meanwhile, calls for blood donations are gaining momentum on social media, with the hashtag #PrayForIbadan trending on various platforms, including the former Twitter, X.
In related news, the Oyo State government has enjoined the residents of the state to be calm, following the massive explosion that rocked Ibadan, the capital city on late Tuesday evening.
According to a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation in the state, Prince Dotun Oyelade, all security service chiefs including para-military chiefs and fire operatives have been deployed by the governor to rein in the spillover from the explosion.
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📣 Explosion reported in Ibadan. The cause is currently unknown at this time pic.twitter.com/aLgeAscR4j
— Town Crier (@The9jatowncrier) January 16, 2024
If you are a Medical personnel in Ibadan & close by, please your help & assistance is needed at Adeyi Avenue, Bodija.
There are casualties there. Please help RT
— Dr. Chinonso Egemba (@aproko_doctor) January 16, 2024
Really horrific, the Ibadan situation, I can't imagine how scary it is for those involved. Prayers up for everyone affected. I've already heard of someone whos entire house has been destroyed.
— Ozzy (@ozzyetomi) January 16, 2024
This explosion in Ibadan happened close to Davies Hotels that I usually stay any time I am in Ibadan. This really hit home.
It’s heartbreaking seeing people making silly jokes about this. Lives are being lost. My thoughts & prayers are with the people of Ibadan.#Pray4Ibadan
— 🇳🇬Udu Mmiri – Enchilada🇿🇦 (@jidennaofficial) January 16, 2024
Pls if you are in Ibadan,
And you live close to UCH hospital;
Please kindly go and donate blood 🩸 to help save the lives of the explosion victims.Pls help share this everywhere.#Pray4Ibadan
— Dr. Omolola Anthonia Eddo (BA, M.ED , D.ED , DBA) (@Billionairelola) January 16, 2024
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