Two persons were k!lled and another injured following the explosion of an improvised explosive device (IED) along Kudodo–Kampani Community Road in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.
The incident occurred on February 7 at about 7:30p.m., when three men – Haruna, 40; Ishayaku, 36; and Sunday Joshua, 35, all of Chikuba village – riding a motorcycle ran into the device, triggering the explosion.
According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, Haruna and Ishayaku d!ed on the spot, while Sunday Joshua sustained injuries and was rushed to Shekwoiyha Divine Primary Health Care Center, Erena, for treatment.
The scene was visited by police, and the case has been referred to the Bomb Disposal Unit for further investigation and necessary action.
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