Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has attributed the recent explosion on Tuesday night, January 16 2024 in Ibadan, Oyo State, to illegal miners operating in the state.
According to the Governor, initial investigations indicate that the explosion in Ibadan resulted from illegal miners storing explosive devices in one of the houses.
In a statement issued after touring the site and several hospitals attending to the injured, the Governor acknowledged the loss of two lives. He reported 77 individuals currently receiving treatment in both public and private hospitals.
Makinde, who posted the press briefing on his official X handle, said investigations are ongoing. All those found culpable for this will be brought to book.
He noted,
The Governor also pledged that the state government would cover the medical expenses of those injured and instructed all hotels to provide accommodation for individuals displaced by the blast.
