The Kebbi State Police Command has clarified that the explosion at the General Hospital in Bagudo was caused by overheating and not by a bomb or any aerial activity.
The incident occurred early on Tuesday, causing panic in the area; however, the police confirmed that no one was injured or killed.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, said the blast was caused by “an inferno which overheated air-conditioning and refrigerator gas cylinders, resulting in the loud explosions observed.”
He added, “Investigations and expert assessments have confirmed that the incident was caused by an inferno. No explosives or aerial activity were involved.”
According to him, checks carried out by “EOD-CBRN experts, alongside the Commissioner of Police Tactical Team,” also showed that explosives were not involved.
He further stated, “No loss of life or injuries occurred, as verified by the on-site expert teams.”
The police advised the public to disregard reports suggesting that a bomb or helicopter was involved.
“We advise everyone to rely solely on official information. The situation remains fully under control, and the Command remains committed to public safety and transparency,” SP Usman said.
