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Explosion as car rams into gas store in Abuja

A car rammed into a gas store on Arab Road, Kubwa, Abuja, on Sunday morning, triggering explosion. According to witnesses, the impact of the explosion shook buildings far away from the scene. Residents of Dantata Estate, Kubwa, which is about two kilometres from the scene, were said to have felt the impact as their buildings […]

A car collided with a gas store on Arab Road, Kubwa, Abuja on Sunday morning, resulting in an explosion. Witnesses reported that the force of the blast caused buildings to vibrate far from the scene. Those living in Dantata Estate, about two kilometers away, said they could feel the ground shaking and were awakened by the loud noise of the explosion.

The shelter stand and sign posts at Liberty Junction, a nearby location, were destroyed. The incident occurred around 6:15am. The vehicle involved in the crash was completely destroyed, and the driver, along with a child, were rescued and taken to the hospital for treatment. Upon visiting the scene, security personnel and firefighters were present, working to restore normalcy. A large crowd gathered, obstructing the flow of vehicles.

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