Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress, Aisha Lawal, has recounted a near-death experience in the massive explosion that rocked Ibadan on Tuesday night.
Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, confirmed that two people lost their lives in the explosion that occurred at Dejo Oyeleye Street, Bodija area of Ibadan.
Speaking to journalists, Governor Makinde also said that the explosion resulted in 77 injuries and was caused by illegal miners who stored explosive devices in a residential building.
Makinde emphasized the state government’s swift response, noting that first responders and relevant agencies were immediately deployed to conduct search and rescue operations.
In a post via her Instagram page, Aisha Lawal said she had parked her car to buy suya opposite the estate but later moved it to another location before the incident happened.
She lamented that her ears are still ringing from the explosion.
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