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One Killed, 10 Injured As Explosion Rocks Kaduna Community

The Kaduna state government has confirmed that one person was killed while 10 others were killed in an explosion that rocked Kidandan community in Giwa Local Government Area of the state on Saturday afternoon.
Samuel Aruwan, Overseeing Commissioner,
Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, said in a statement on Saturday night, said one person had been confirmed dead while about 10 injured victims were receiving medical attention at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Shika – Zaria.
Aruwan said “preliminary reports from the traditional institution and security agencies, one of the pupils learning under a local cleric picked up an object from the bush, which later exploded amidst his fellow pupils.”
He added that, “As of the time of this update, one pupil, Zaidu Usman, has been confirmed dead, while about ten injured victims are receiving medical attention at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika.”
The statement said, “Governor Uba Sani, received the report with shock and sadness, and sent commiserations to the victims and their families, praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased, and a quick recovery for the wounded.
“The governor also appealed to parents and community leaders to increase their vigilance on the activities of their children and wards, given their susceptibility to various dangers.”
Aruwan said, ” The governor has directed the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs to liaise with security agencies for an urgent investigation into the cause of the explosion to ensure the safety of residents, mobilize emergency support and ensure prompt medical attention to victims.
“Further updates will be duly communicated by the Kaduna State Government.”

By John Shiklam in Kaduna

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