Some residents of Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday, said there was an explosion in parts of the state capital.
There were also videos online that showed a dusty cloud and burning houses and cars.
A University of Ibadan student, who spoke with our correspondent on the telephone said, “It is true. We all heard the sound and it was very loud.
The cloud is cloudy with smoke. it happened at Bodija and we in the UI area could see the smoke. Even those at Sango and Ojo heard the sound. In fact, we are all in a room scared for our life”
An X user, @WillieWinehouse tweeted, “A f***ing bomb just exploded in Ibadan! My entire house and street are in ruins!! What is going on!!”
the Oyo State Government, authorities have addressed the reported explosion in Ibadan, assuring residents that efforts are underway to investigate the incident and provide necessary assistance
This was contained in the official Twitter handle of Oyo state government,
The statement reads, “The Oyo State Government is aware of reports of an explosion in Ibadan. Residents are urged to remain calm as security agencies are investigating this to determine the source and cause of the incident. ‘
”As the situation unfolds, relevant agencies have initiated search and rescue operations at the scene of the incident. The government urges residents of the state to stay calm, emphasizing that they are actively addressing the situation. It reflects a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the affected community.