Newborn baby unconscious, two injured as gas explosion rocks Nigerian journalist’s home

A gas explosion at the residence of a Nigerian journalist, Abdulkareem Haruna, in Lagos has left a newborn baby in a coma and two others injured.

The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, September 29, 2024, causing severe damage to the property and traumatizing the family.

According to a colleague of Haruna, Hamza Suleiman, the explosion occurred while family members were preparing for the naming ceremony of the new born.

According to eyewitness reports, the explosion happened early in the morning, likely caused by a gas leak in the kitchen.

The powerful blast rocked the entire building, causing extensive damage to the surrounding area.

Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, evacuating the victims and rushing them to a nearby hospital.

Medical officials confirmed that the newborn baby remains in critical condition and is currently in a coma, while two others, identified as family members, sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Firefighters were able to contain the fire caused by the explosion, preventing further spread.

The cause of the gas leak is under investigation, with authorities urging citizens to exercise caution when handling gas appliances and equipment to prevent similar incidents.

The journalist and their family are receiving support from the media community and local officials as the recovery efforts continue.