Explosion rocks Akure, 100 Houses, School, Churches destroyed
No fewer than 100 residential buildings, school, churches were destroyed by an explosion suspected to be bomb blast in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Saturday morning
The blast which occurred in the early hours of Saturday cut off the ever-busy Akure /Owo road while many people were said to be injured.
Residents of the area said they believe the explosion was caused by bombs, although the police are still investigating the matter.
The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Saturday.
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The Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, Tee-Leo Ikoro, said the police had received the report of the explosion but was yet to ascertain what exactly caused the explosion.
Some reports on social media suggest that the explosion emanated from bombs being transported along the way by security personnel.
The blast caused panic among residents of Akure, Obaile, Eleyowo, Iluabo, Osi and other neighbouring settlements along the stretch of the highway.
A church, Possibility Church, was damaged by the explosion, a resident of the area said.
“The Commissioner of Police and I are on our way to the scene right now,” Mr Ikoro said.
“Once we are able to assess the situation, we can come clear as to what actually happened and I will let you get the details.”
Details later…
