Kano, June 22, 2025 – Tragedy struck in a densely populated area of Kano State on Saturday night as a devastating bomb explosion ripped through a residential neighbourhood, leaving at least five persons dead and ten others with varying degrees of injuries.
The incident occurred in the early evening hours, sending residents into panic as the explosion rocked buildings and shattered windows across the vicinity. Emergency response teams, including personnel from the Nigerian Police Force, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), and the Kano State Fire Service, swiftly moved to the scene to contain the situation and evacuate victims.
According to preliminary reports from security operatives, the blast appears to have originated from an improvised explosive device (IED) planted within the area. However, investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause and identify those responsible.
Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of chaos as residents scrambled for safety, with several injured persons rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention. The identities of the deceased have not yet been officially released, pending notification of their families.
Kano State authorities have condemned the act, describing it as cowardly and senseless. They also assured the public that security agencies are working tirelessly to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore calm in the affected area.
The state government has urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement by reporting any suspicious movement or objects in their communities.
This incident adds to a growing list of security concerns in urban centres across northern Nigeria, highlighting the need for heightened intelligence gathering and sustained community policing to prevent further occurrences.
