A devastating explosion rocked an Islamiyyah school in the Kuchibiyu community of Bwari Area Council on Monday, claiming the life of a student and leaving four others injured.
The incident occurred around noon, roughly 42 kilometers from Abuja’s city center, plunging the local community into shock and grief.
Emergency responders, including the police bomb disposal squad, rushed to the scene shortly after the blast to assess the situation and provide assistance.
The injured students were immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the police have yet to issue an official statement on the cause of the explosion.
A security source, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, revealed that the student who died was reportedly carrying a substance suspected to be an improvised explosive device (IED) when it detonated.
The explosion not only killed the student but also caused injuries to other students nearby, triggering chaos within the school premises.
Authorities at the school could not be reached for comment, but sources indicate that the affected students were recent enrollees who had resumed classes on January 3, 2025.
As investigations into the incident continue, the community remains on edge, with many residents calling for enhanced security measures in schools across the region.
Details surrounding how the explosive material came into the student’s possession remain unclear, leaving authorities with pressing questions about safety and accountability.
This tragic event marks a grim start to the year for the Kuchibiyu community, as parents and educators grapple with the horrifying reality of violence reaching school grounds. Further updates are expected as investigations progress.