A devastating gas cylinder explosion rocked the suburb of Kpakungun in Minna on Christmas Day, resulting in the death of one person and leaving two others critically injured. The explosion occurred at a vulcanizer shop owned by Mohammed Usman Baba, where the tragic incident unfolded.
The victim, Zakari Aliyu, an apprentice at the shop, was attempting to cool down a gas cylinder that had overheated when the explosion occurred. Eyewitnesses reported that Zakari fetched water to pour on the cylinder, a common practice when such cylinders get hot. However, as he did so, the cylinder exploded with a violent force, causing fatal injuries to him and severe wounds to his boss, Mohammed Usman Baba, and his son, Umar Mohammed.
One eyewitness, Faisal Avuya, described the scene, saying, “As Zakari poured the water on the cylinder, it blew up and scattered his body. The boss and his son also got injured in the event.”
While the shop owner and his son survived, Umar Mohammed sustained serious injuries to his stomach and will require surgery.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers posed by improper handling of gas cylinders and highlights the importance of safety precautions in handling hazardous materials.
Stay tuned to NIGPOST for further updates on this developing tragedy.
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