THE Kebbi State Police Command has appealed to residents to remain calm following a loud explosion at the General Hospital in Bagudo in the early hours of today, assuring that the situation is under control.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, the command said a joint security team comprising officers of the Nigeria Police Force, the military, and local vigilante groups swiftly secured the area after the incident.
Specialists from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) unit were deployed to thoroughly assess the scene.
Police confirmed that no casualties were recorded.
Although a building within the hospital’s staff quarters was damaged, occupants were said to have vacated the area before the explosion occurred.
The Commissioner of Police has ordered additional tactical deployments to Bagudo to maintain law and order, while a full investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the explosion.
Residents have been advised to stay calm and steer clear of the hospital environment to allow security agencies carry out their duties effectively.
The police added that updates would be provided as investigations continue.