5 people killed in Lagos blast

Five people are confirmed dead and many others injured after two explosions occurred in Apapa, Lagos last night. The explosions occurred simultaneously, with the first at the entrance to the Folawiyo tank farm and the other inside the facility. The explosion inside the tank farm left four people dead and several others seriously injured.

The Lagos State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ngozi Braide, who confirmed the incident said, “I learnt that a tanker carrying fuel burst into flames. The Divisional Police Officer of the area and other policemen are at the scene of the incident.” Also confirming the incident, Director, State Fire Service, Rasaq Fadipe, said it was a gas explosion and not suicide bombing as claimed by some eyewitnesses. We were told of a fire outbreak caused by the explosion of a gas cylinder in an energy company. “I cannot give you exact details because my men could not get easy access to the place. But they are on ground and casualty details will be given when the threat is brought under control.”

May their souls rest in peace.