An explosion at a roadside gas vendor’s shop near Liberty Junction in Kubwa, Abuja, triggered panic in the area on Sunday morning, with the blast reportedly shaking nearby buildings and overturning a traffic warden’s booth.
The explosion occurred in the early hours and was reportedly heard across parts of Kubwa, including Dantata Estate, where residents said the impact caused buildings to vibrate.
A resident said the blast was powerful enough to wake people from their sleep, prompting residents to rush outside to find out what had happened.
“The explosion was loud enough to wake people from their sleep, and we could feel the buildings shaking. Everyone was wondering what had happened,” the resident said.
A video circulating online showed thick smoke rising from the area as residents and passersby gathered near the scene.
Fire service operatives were also reportedly deployed to the area after residents heard sirens following the incident.
The cause of the explosion was yet to be established as of the time of filing this report.
Although some residents suspected that gas cylinders or other flammable materials may have triggered the blast, the claim could not be independently verified.
It was also unclear whether the explosion caused any fatalities or injuries.
