Explosion at Ogun barracks contained – Nigerian Army
An explosion in the early hours of Thursday, rocked a storage building belonging to the Nigerian Army at Ilese Barracks, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
Army Director of Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, in a statement, said the explosion was followed by a limited fire outbreak resulting in structural damage to the building, though no life was lost in the incident.
According to Anele ”Specifically, in the early hours of today, 14 August 2025, a localized explosion occurred within one of the storage buildings of the 42 Engineers Brigade Counter Improvised Explosive Device Squadron leading to a limited fire outbreak.
“Swift intervention by troops of the 12 Field Engineer Regiment, working closely with the Ijebu-Ode Fire Service, ensured that the fire was quickly contained.
“Importantly, no lives were lost, and no injuries were sustained. The structural damage was confined to the affected building and some stored materials. A detailed assessment is currently underway to determine the extent of material loss.”
The army spokesperson further urged residents within the area to remain calm and go about their daily activities, emphasizing the Nigerian Army’s commitment to the safety of its personnel and that of members of neighbouring communities.
“The Nigerian Army, in collaboration with relevant agencies, has commenced a thorough investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the incident and to prevent a recurrence,” the statement added.
