The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed an explosion which was caused by an articulated vehicle ferrying several gas cylinders at Magamar Jibia, in Jibia Local Government Area.

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The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Abubakar Aliyu, who made the confirmation in a statement issued to newsmen Friday afternoon said the incident occurred at a filling station.

Aliyu said that though no lives were lost, six vehicles were however severely damaged during the incident.

“Upon arrival, operatives found a truck loaded with gas cylinders engulfed in flames at Tamal filling station along Kagadama – Magamar Jibia road, Jibia LGA,” Aliyu said. “The joint team swiftly deployed preventive measures to protect lives and minimize property damage, successfully quenching the fire.

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“Six motor vehicles were significantly affected by the fire incident, but fortunately, no lives were lost.

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“The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Police Command, CP Aliyu Abubakar Musa, has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Further developments will be communicated as the investigation proceeds.”

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