Explosion Rocks Ibadan, Cause Yet to be Determined

An unexpected explosion sent shockwaves through the city of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Tuesday evening. Residents in the areas of Agbowo, Sango, Orogun, and Bodija were startled by a loud bang that reverberated in the vicinity.

At present, the cause of the explosion remains unknown, leaving the community in a state of confusion. SaharaReporters, a local news outlet, was unable to confirm the exact nature of the incident when this report was filed.

A resident of Orogun described the sound as a tremor that shook her house, emphasizing its intensity. Meanwhile, an individual from the Agbowo area claimed that it might have been a gas explosion, although this information could not be independently verified.

Despite efforts to reach out to authorities such as the state police command spokesperson, Adewale Osifeso, and the state fire service, there has been no official statement or clarification on the situation.