Two children feared killed in Kaduna explosion

Godwin Isenyo - Punch - 18:11
A devastating explosion rocked the Abakpa area of Kaduna North Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of two children; Imam, 13, and Nasrin, 6. Three other residents were also injured in the blast, which occurred adjacent to the old site of the Nigerian Defence Academy. This is as the […]

A devastating explosion rocked the Abakpa area of Kaduna North Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of two children; Imam, 13, and Nasrin, 6.

Three other residents were also injured in the blast, which occurred adjacent to the old site of the Nigerian Defence Academy.

This is as the Kaduna police command clarified that the incident, which resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy was caused by a dane gun discharge.

But according to an eyewitness, the explosion occurred without warning, sending shockwaves through the community.

A resident, who wished to remain anonymous, recounted the moment he heard the blast.

“I was taking my bath when I heard the explosion and ran out to see ...
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