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.
The Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde, Fatai Owoseni, revealed this today Thursday, January 18, 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.
He said, “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.
It may be recalled that the street journal reported the explosion that rocked the city during the late hours of Tuesday and the cause of this incident has been attributed to illegal mining activities.
This occurrence follows an explosion at Adeyi Avenue, Bodija area of Ibadan, on the same day at approximately 7:30 pm, which resulted in casualties.
However, preliminary investigations revealed that the blast resulted from explosive devices stored by foreign miners in one of the houses in Bodija.
The Governor, in a statement, acknowledged the loss of two lives and reported 77 individuals receiving treatment in both public and private hospitals.
The Governor expressed condolences for the lives lost and emphasized that those found culpable for the incident would be held accountable.
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