In the early hours of today, a gas pipeline exploded in part of Nigeria causing panic and fear with no death confirmation as at the time of this report.
Confusion and anguish are currently rocking some communities in Lagos state after residents, on Sunday, March 15, woke up to an explosion that has reportedly destroyed many houses and other property
The Cable reports that the pipeline explosion affected communities like Ijegun, Ikotun, Egbeda, Abule Ado, Okotoa, Isheri Olofin, FESTAC, and the popular Satellite Town.
In some cases, it was learnt that the explosion brought down the roofs of buildings causing panic which resulted to residents scampering to safety.
The Lagos authorities and the state’s emergency management authority have confirmed the incident saying it was a pipeline explosion and that it happened around Abule Ado in Amuwo Odofin local government area.
Our men are on ground. steer clear of the area. Be safe out there, Safety is not negotiable.
— Federal Fire Service (@Fedfireng) March 15, 2020
Pipeline explosion in Festac pic.twitter.com/yi3IgRFL1v
— IRUNNIA 🇦🇷 (@Irunnia_) March 15, 2020
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Trem festac 7th avenue after the explosion. #heard #festac pic.twitter.com/4mYmNz1Z8J
— DoingJvstice (@ic_ju) March 15, 2020
As at the time of this report, no death is recorded. More info soon.