Bomb blast rocks Lagos material market, police assure residents of safety (opens original article in a new tab)

A bomb blast at Lagos' Shoe Materials Market was caused by an IED under a vehicle, leading to one injury and temporary panic, with police confirming no further threats and urging calm.

• A bomb blast occurred at Lagos' Shoe Materials Market, suspected to be an IED under a vehicle
• Police conducted a security sweep and found no additional explosives, with one injured person treated in stable condition
• Residents and traders were urged to remain calm and disregard false rumors of insecurity