An explosion that occurred at a Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) dealer’s shop on Kodesho Street, near Computer Village in Ikeja, Lagos State on Friday, April 11, 2025, has claimed one life, while two other lives are endangered.
The incident resulted in severe injuries to five individuals, one of whom succumbed to his injuries on Saturday, April 12. The remaining four victims are currently in critical condition and are receiving treatment at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital.
According to a local dealer who preferred to remain anonymous, the victims sustained severe burns due to their proximity to the explosion.
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the number of injured individuals and stated that an investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing.
Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, acknowledged the death of one victim and assured that findings from the investigation would be made public upon conclusion.
This incident follows a similar explosion in the Idi-Araba area of Mushin, Lagos State, where a scavenger attempting to dismantle a military-grade grenade triggered an explosion, resulting in one death and multiple injuries.
Authorities have since warned the public, especially those involved in scavenging and scrap metal trading, to exercise caution and report suspicious objects to the nearest police station.
