Mr Edafe said that the suspected hoodlum was apprehended on Thursday by the operatives of the Ekpan Police Division following credible information.
The statment indicated that the Zamfara Government, under Governor Dauda Lawal, was constructing the airport with operations scheduled to commence by March 2026.
Mr Odior warned that defaulters would face sanctions.
Ms Olukoju said three of the victims had been successfully rescued following immediate response by the security operatives.
The traditional ruler said that the support would include financial assistance and operational equipment.
Mr Ayuk said victims with minor burn injuries would be transferred to the General Hospital, Calabar, to ease pressure on the teaching hospital.
Mr Shettima is also expected to lead serving governors on a visit to the president on Sunday afternoon.
The incident happened on Friday in Iboropa Akoko, Akoko North East Local Government Area of the state.
He urged the bereaved families to accept the tragedy in good faith.
