Earlier today, an explosion rocked the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos State, according to confirmation from the Nigerian Army.
The incident, which occurred on a farmland within the cantonment, has sparked concerns, although details remain sparse.
No casualties have been reported as of now, and the Army has classified the explosion as a minor incident.
Residents are urged to remain calm as the Army’s Engineers Explosive Ordnance Disposal team has cordoned off the area for a thorough investigation.
The explosion is suspected to have been caused by the burning of refuse and other inflammable debris by a farmer cultivating the farmland. Despite recent efforts to clear the cantonment of unexploded ordnances, concerns linger due to past incidents.
The Nigerian Army assures the public that the situation is under control and emphasizes residents’ safety in the affected area. Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.