An Explosion has reportedly killed six persons and injured many in Plateau State of Nigeria.
The incident was said to have happened in Kabong Central Community, a suburb within Jos North Local Government Area of the state on Saturday at about 2 am, also left two others critically injured.
It was learnt that the explosion at a transformer triggered off fire within the vicinity.
According to a source in the community, “the blast sent shockwaves throughout the area, causing widespread panic and fear among the residents.
“Also destroyed are shops, with losses estimated to be in millions of naira.”
Confirming the incident when contacted, the Public Relations Officer of Plateau State Police Command, DSP Alfred Alabo said, “Yes we are aware of the incident at Kabong Central, which claimed the lives of six people and left two critically injured.
“One of the injured persons is receiving treatment at Bingham University Teaching Hospital, Jos, while the other is receiving treatment at the Jos University Teaching Hospital.
“As I speak to you, I have visited the family of the deceased on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Julius Alawari, to condole with them.”