In the aftermath of a loud explosion that rocked Ibadan, the state capital, on Tuesday evening, the Oyo State Government has urged residents to remain calm as investigations into the incident are underway.
The cause of the explosion, which was heard in various parts of Ibadan, remains unknown, with speculation ranging from a gas station explosion to a bomb blast. Reports from the Adeyi Avenue area of Bodija indicate high casualties. Residents have taken to social media, sharing images of damaged structures and buildings affected by the explosion.
The Oyo State Government, via its Twitter handle, assured that security agencies are actively investigating to determine the source and cause.
Prince Dotun Oyelade, Oyo Commissioner for Information and Orientation, affirmed the state's control over the situation, deploying security service chiefs and fire operatives to manage the spillover effects. Governor Seyi Makinde implored citizens to remain calm, assuring them that their interests are being looked after.
The unfolding incident raises concerns about public safety and prompts a closer look at emergency response efforts.
