Lagos Police Assure Safety After Market Bomb Blast; IGP Vows No Retreat Against Terrorism

Lagos State Police Command has reassured residents of their safety and security after a bomb exploded at a busy market in Mushin, a key commercial area. Commissioner of Police Fatai Tijani confirmed the area is safe and that security operatives conducted a thorough sweep.

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We promptly deployed our EOD team after receiving reports of an explosion. The area was cordoned off and thoroughly searched.

The explosion, which occurred during evening rush hours at the Wey Street Material Market, was caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted under a vehicle. Preliminary findings indicate the device detonated when the vehicle's engine was started. One person sustained injuries and is in stable condition at a hospital.

Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu, represented by Coordinating Deputy Inspector General Isiyaku Mohammed, declared a resolute stance against terrorism, stating there would be "no retreat, no surrender" until criminal elements are removed from the country. This declaration was made at a stakeholders' consultative meeting in Lokoja.

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The IED was under the vehicle, by the passenger side. It exploded when the vehicle was started.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu also reaffirmed his government's commitment to enhancing the state's security architecture in collaboration with the Inspector General of Police. The police have urged the public to remain calm and continue with their normal activities.

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There was no retreat, no surrender in the war against terrorism until criminal elements were flushed out of the country.