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The police in Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have confirmed that two persons died during a suspected bomb explosion at the Tsangagyar Sani Uthman Islamiyya School, located in Kuchibuyi Village, Byazhin area.
The police said upon receiving a distress call from the Sarki of Kuchibuyi, a team of operatives, including the Command’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and the Area Commander of Kubwa, mobilised to the scene.
The area was immediately cordoned off to protect residents and facilitate a thorough investigation.
During the rescue operation, the police said victims were evacuated and rushed to an undisclosed hospital for medical attention.
According to a statement by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, preliminary investigations revealed that three men from Katsina visited the owner of the Islamic school, Mallam Adamu Ashimu.
The three visitors were suspected of having brought the explosive device with them.
Adeh said two of the men died in the explosion, while tampering with the improvised explosive device (IED) on the school Veranda while the third man and a female trader sustained severe injuries. They are receiving treatment under police guard.
The statement read: “The FCT Police Command regrets to inform the public of a tragic incident involving a suspected bomb explosion that occurred on January 6, 2025, at approximately 11:00am at the Tsangagyar Sani Uthman Islamiyya School, located in Kuchibuyi Village, Byazhin area of the FCT.
“The FCT Bomb Squad has confirmed that it was an IED explosion, as remnants of the device have been recovered.”
She said Mallam Adamu Ashimu, the owner of the school, has been taken into custody for questioning and further findings will be communicated in due course.
Adeh said the Commissioner of Police, FCT, CP Olatunji Disu urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, behavior, or items that may resemble improvised explosive devices.
The statement said: “Members of the public should always report such incident to the police via our emergency numbers:
– 0806 158 1938
– 0803 200 3913
– 0802 894 0883
– 0705 733 7653
– CRU: 0810 731 4192
– PCB: 0902 222 2352
“Safety Advice for Residents of FCT: Stay Alert:Be aware of your surroundings and report any unusual behavior or items to the authorities.
“Do Not Touch Suspicious Objects:If you encounter any suspicious items, do not touch or attempt to move them. Instead, call the police immediately.
“Emergency Numbers: Keep emergency contact numbers handy and ensure your family members are aware of them.
“Community Vigilance: Collaborate with your neighbors to maintain a safe environment.”