Explosions Rocks Ancient Town Of Ile-Ife

There was confusion in the early hours of Tuesday in the ancient town
of Ile-Ife in Osun state following an explosion believed to be an
Improvised Explosive Device, IED.

It was gathered that the devices which were planted in two different
locations at Agbedegbede area of the town exploded at 5:30am, leaving
residents of the area in rude shock and apprehension.

Although no life was lost to the explosion, it was gathered that the
explosion destroyed properties, which are yet to be estimated.

The state commissioner of Police, Mr Ibrahim Maishanu who confirmed
the incident said, "The explosion was a minor one."

He said the state Police command would reinforce security in all parts
of the state, assuring all residents of the state to continue with
their activities peacefully.

Meanwhile, the Osun state government has condemned the explosion that
rocked Ile-Ife, describing it as unfortunate.
The state commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Sunday Akere
urged the people of the state to remain calm, saying that the
government would not allow any threat to the peace of the state.