Police command in Kebbi has confirmed an early morning explosion at the General Hospital, Bagudo, in Kebbi, on Tuesday.

This was disclosed in a statement by the command’s Spokesman, SP Bashir Usman.

Mr Usman said, “We want to assure all residents of the area of full control over the security situation following a loud explosion at the General Hospital, Bagudo, in the early hours of Tuesday, December 30.

“A joint security team of police, military, and vigilante personnel has swiftly cordoned off and secured the affected area. Specialist EOD-CBRN teams are on-site, conducting a thorough assessment.

“We are grateful to confirm that there are no casualties. While a building in the staff quarters was damaged, the occupants had already evacuated safely. The commissioner of police in the state had reinforced the area with additional tactical deployments to maintain public order.”

The police spokesman added that the police commissioner assured the general public that a comprehensive investigation was ongoing.

“We urge the public to remain calm and avoid the immediate vicinity to support the ongoing security and investigative operations. Further updates will be provided as necessary,” he said.

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