Gov Yusuf

The police command in Kano State has confirmed the death of five people from a military-grade mortar bomb explosive in the state.

The police confirmed that the military vehicle was coming from Yobe state when the explosion happened.

Speaking to newsmen, Police Commissioner Ibrahim Adamu Bakori said he was called about an emergency explosion in the area and arrived at the scene shortly after the explosion. He said the blast may have originated from a military ordnance believed to have been improperly handled or transported.

He added that on arrival at the hospital, five people were confirmed dead, while 10 others were receiving treatment.

The Police Commissioner said from preliminary investigation, the vehicle came from Yobe, adding that though the matter is under investigation, he was informed that the vehicle carrying the bomb  was a truck from Yobe state.

“I received a call that something serious had happened. When I arrived, I found that it was a suspected explosion—possibly a military mortar bomb. Fifteen people were injured, and unfortunately, five died,” he said.

He added that the victims were quickly evacuated, with some taken to nearby hospitals.

“The situation is still under investigation, but we understand the vehicle involved may have come from Yobe State.

“Preliminary findings suggest the explosive material was being transported by a trailer, but it remains unclear whether the vehicle was carrying military personnel or contractors,” he added.

He said authorities have yet to confirm the exact cause of the explosion or the ownership of the explosives.

“Security agencies are currently investigating the incident. The facts will be clearer once the investigation is completed,” the Commissioner noted, urging the public to remain calm.