What’s Going On? The Lagos State Police Command has officially denied recent viral claims on social media suggesting an explosion occurred in the state on Friday. According to Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, no such event took place. The announcement came through a public statement released on Saturday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin. “There was no explosion recorded in any part of Lagos State on Friday,” Jimoh clarified. The Viral Video: What’s the Real Story? The Commissioner clarified that the video circulating online actually depicts a separate incident — an explosion that happened on April 11 at a CCTV shop located in Computer Village, Ikeja. That event is still under official investigation. Want to know more about the April 11 incident? Read our report on Safety Concerns in Lagos Tech Hubs (internal link). Lagos Police Takes Proactive Measures CP Jimoh emphasized that the police have intensified surveillance and patrol across the state to ensure public safety and business continuity. “We are fully committed to safeguarding lives and property across Lagos,” he affirmed. Residents were encouraged to continue their normal activities without fear or panic, as the situation remains under control. A Word on Misinformation The Police Chief also addressed the rise in misleading information on social media. He strongly cautioned bloggers and content creators to refrain from spreading false claims that could create public unrest. “Sharing unverified news can cause unnecessary fear and anxiety,” said Jimoh. Related Case: False Claims on Boko Haram Arrests This announcement follows another recent denial by the Lagos Police regarding false reports from the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), which alleged the arrest of hundreds of Boko Haram suspects in the state. That too was found to be inaccurate. Read more from Premium Times Nigeria (external link) for reliable national security updates. Summary Key Point Details ? No Explosion No blast occurred in Lagos on Friday ? Viral Video Clarified It was from a past event in April ?️ Police Measures Increased patrols and safety presence ? Misinformation Public warned against spreading fake news ? Location False claims linked to Computer Village, Ikeja Final Note Always ensure you verify any breaking news before sharing, especially on platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter. Stay connected to trusted news sources and official statements from the Lagos Police Command for accurate information. BUY ANYTHING ON KONGA BUY NOW READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
Two men have died after falling into a diesel reservoir in Lagos. LASEMA confirmed the accident, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures. Two men tragically lost their lives after falling into a diesel reservoir in the Oregun area of Lagos State. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident through an official statement issued on Saturday. The accident occurred along Ikosi-Oregun Road, Lagos. Oke-Osanyintolu reported that the emergency response team was dispatched immediately after distress calls were received through the emergency toll-free lines 767 and 112 at 10:37 a.m. The LASEMA team arrived at the scene by 10:47 a.m. to discover two adult males submerged in the diesel reservoir. Preliminary investigations revealed that one of the victims accidentally fell into the reservoir while working. The second man, in a heroic attempt to rescue the first, also fell into the diesel tank. Both victims were in critical condition and were promptly transported to the hospital by the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) after receiving first aid treatment. Emergency responders secured the accident site while assessing the area for further safety measures to prevent similar tragic incidents in the future. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
