JUST IN: Ibadan Explosion Claims 5th Victim — Oyo Gov’t

The aftermath of the explosion in Bodija, Ibadan, the capital of Oyo state, continues to unfold as the state government confirms the number of fatalities has risen to five.

Fatai Owoseni, the Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde, provided an update during a press briefing on Thursday, revealing that two additional bodies were recovered.

Owoseni stated, “Rescue operation is still ongoing. As of yesterday, we had three casualties, but this morning, just about 30 minutes ago, I got information from the security operatives supporting the medical team that two more dead bodies were recovered this morning.”

He stressed the ongoing efforts and collaboration with security agencies to ensure transparency and justice, saying, “The security agencies, especially the police, the DSS being supported by the Nigerian Army team EOD Unit as well, are putting the bits and pieces of information together to ensure that discreet information is done towards prosecution to ensure that whoever, either directly, remotely connected with that incident are brought to justice.”

The government reassures the public of its commitment to transparency and thorough investigation into the incident.