The Kaduna State Police Command has clarified that the explosion reported at Mando Motor Park was not caused by a bomb, but resulted from a minor incident involving a gas-powered vehicle.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, explained that the incident occurred around 3:00 a.m. within the premises of Silver Luxury Travel at Mando Garage in Kaduna.
According to him, officers were promptly dispatched after reports of a loud noise in the area. Initial findings indicated that the explosion involved a compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered luxury bus.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident involved a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered luxury bus belonging to Silver Luxury Travel, which exploded due to overfilling of its gas tank,” he said.
The police confirmed that the vehicle has been moved to a secure location, while the area has been stabilized by security personnel. No casualties or property loss were recorded, and normal activities have resumed.
Authorities have also launched a full investigation to determine the exact circumstances and prevent a recurrence. Meanwhile, operatives from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit were deployed as a precaution.
The command advised the public to verify information before sharing, especially on security-related issues, to prevent unnecessary panic.
