By Ghazali Ibrahim
Residents of Kwara State were thrown into panic after an early morning explosion rocked parts of Woro community in Kaiama local government, damaging buildings and raising fresh security concerns.
The incident, which occurred in the town, affected multiple locations, according to local reports.
Eyewitnesses said loud blasts were heard across the community, forcing residents to flee their homes in fear.
Authorities confirmed that properties, including residential buildings and shops, were damaged in the explosion, though no immediate fatalities were officially reported.
However, some residents were said to have sustained injuries, while others are still counting their losses.
Security agencies have since cordoned off the affected areas and launched investigations to determine the cause of the explosion.
Local government officials urged residents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information as authorities work to establish what happened.
Preliminary findings suggest the explosion may be linked to unidentified ordnance or fragments, though officials have not confirmed whether it was a deliberate attack or an accidental detonation.
The incident comes amid heightened security concerns in parts of Nigeria, with communities increasingly on edge following recent violent attacks in different regions.
As of the time of filing this report, authorities say investigations are ongoing, with more details expected to emerge in the coming days.
