WATCH: Massive explosion rocks Abule Ado, Amuwo Odofin area, Lagos
There has been a devastating pipeline explosion at Abule Ado, near Festac in Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos. The blast which was felt around Ijegun, Surulere, Abule Egba, Ikotun, Ikeja, Isolo, Okota, Egbeda, and surrounding areas destroyed a lot of property within the area.
The incident occurred near a boarding school, Bethlehem Girls College Abule Ado, with the students still in residence. Eyewitnesses say the students have been evacuated and there are no confirmed casualties yet.
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According to Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, LASEMA is presently fighting the fire. “Please, stay calm,” he advises.
The Federal Fire Service says it is also on ground to offer assistance in putting out the fire.
“Our men are on ground. Steer clear of the area. Be safe out there, Safety is not negotiable,” it tweeted a while ago.
More details, shortly.
