There is a looming widespread electric power outage as an explosion has struck the multimillion Naira Zungeru Hydro Electricity Dam in Niger state.
The dam, which is yet to be officially commissioned by the Federal government, is the fourth hydroelectric dam in Niger state, following Jebba, Kainji, and Shiroro.
According to The Punch correspondent, the explosion occurred early this Monday morning, though the cause remains unknown.
A reliable source from the area confirmed the incident, stating that several workers sustained various degrees of injuries.
They are currently receiving treatment at nearby hospitals, with those more seriously injured being transported to Minna, the state capital, for further medical care.
“We saw a foreign worker, a Chinese national, with severe injuries being taken to Minna for additional medical attention. While the exact number of injured staff is uncertain, it is significant,” the source reported.
The explosion is also reported to have damaged some installations at the dam. The broader impact on the nation’s power supply is still unclear.
Details to follow…
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