The death toll resulting from the devastating explosion in Ibadan on Tuesday January 16 has climbed to five, as confirmed by the Oyo state government.
Many houses were damaged in the explosion, which spanned a 14-kilometre radius.
Governor Seyi Makinde provided an initial update on Channels Television’s Politics Today, stating that two deaths occurred on the day of the explosion, adding one more victim died in a hospital on Wednesday.
However, Fatai Owoseni, the Special Adviser on Security Matters to the governor, reported two more bodies recovered on Thursday morning.
“Rescue operation is still ongoing. As of yesterday, we had three casualties but this morning, just about 30 minutes ago, I got information from the security operatives supporting the medical team that two more dead bodies were recovered this morning,” he said.
Owoseni emphasized ongoing rescue operations and highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring a thorough prosecution of individuals linked to the incident, whether directly or indirectly.
The collaboration between the government and security agencies aims to gather comprehensive information, fostering transparency and building public trust.
Ibadan Explosion: Oyo Government Vows Diligent Prosecution for Those Responsible
Following the Ibadan explosion that claimed five lives, the Oyo state government, in collaboration with security agencies, pledges to ensure the diligent prosecution of individuals connected to the tragic incident.
Fatai Owoseni, the Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde, assured that comprehensive information is being gathered to prevent any evasion of justice by the culprits. The commitment to transparency and justice aims to instill public confidence in the government’s actions and decisions.
Owoseni said: “A lot of conversations have been going on, a lot of interfacing with the people so that they will see transparency in what the government is doing.
“The security agencies, especially the police, the DSS being supported by the Nigerian Army team EOD Unit as well are putting the bits and pieces of information together to ensure that discreet information is done towards prosecution to ensure that whoever, either directly, remotely connected with that incident are brought to justice.”
Ada Peter
