The Kaduna State Government on Saturday night confirmed the explosion which rocked Kidandan in Giwa Local Government Area of the state.
The Overseeing Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, who confirmed the incident, said one pupil died in the explosion while scores were injured.
Our correspondent reports that explosion rocked Kidandan on Saturday injuring 10 children.
The children were said to be playing with an object suspected to be bomb they discovered at a nearby bush when the incident occurred.
The state police command through its Public Relations Officer also confirmed the incident, saying that the Explosive Ordinance Disposal unit of the command had been deployed to scene of the incident.
Aruwan in a late night statement explained that preliminary reports said one of the pupils learning under a local cleric picked up an object from the bush, which later exploded amidst his fellow pupils.
According to him, one of the pupils was confirmed dead while about 10 were injured and receiving medical attention at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika near Zaria.
He added that the state governor, Senator Uba Sani had commiserated with victims’ families while calling parents and community leaders to increase vigilance on their children
The Commissioner said, “the Kaduna State Government has received reports from security agencies of an explosion in Kidandan area of Giwa LGA.
“According to preliminary reports from the traditional institution and security agencies, one of the pupils learning under a local cleric picked up an object from the bush, which later exploded amidst his fellow pupils.
“As of the time of this update, one pupil, Zaidu Usman, has been confirmed dead, while about ten injured victims are receiving medical attention at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika.
“The Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, received the report with shock and sadness, and sent commiserations to the victims and their families, praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased, and a quick recovery for the wounded.
“The Governor also appealed to parents and community leaders to increase their vigilance on the activities of their children and wards, given their susceptibility to various dangers.”
He added that the governor directed the Internal Security Ministry to liaise with security agencies to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The Governor has directed the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs to liaise with security agencies for an urgent investigation into the cause of the explosion, to ensure the safety of residents, mobilize emergency support and ensure prompt medical attention to victims.
“Further updates will be duly communicated by the Kaduna State Government,” he added.
