Police confirm nine victims in Ogun gas explosion

Nine individuals have been reported to be victims of the explosion that rocked Phoenix Steel Mills company in Ogijo, Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State.

The Ogun State Police Command in a statement on Sunday confirmed that nine persons were injured in the explosion on Saturday.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday, adding that the victims of the blast were factory workers.

Odutola added that the victims were taken to Rolayo Private Hospital in Ikorodu, Lagos State.

The statement read, “There was a case of an industrial accident that occurred at Phoenix Metal Company in Ogijo on March 9 at 9.38 pm.

“According to eyewitness accounts, the explosion was attributed to a cylinder explosion which happened at the melting point area, affecting staff members who sustained injuries.

“The explosion impacted nearby houses as window frames were reportedly cracked due to the vibration from the blast.

“Community youths tried to attack the company but policemen and an Army detachment of 174 battalions in Odogunyan Ikorodu were visibly on the ground to intervene.

“The situation is under control and close monitoring; there is no indication of panic, whereas further updates will be communicated to members of the public.