Bomb explosion in Kaduna

A bomb explosion on Saturday night rocked the Kabala West area of Kaduna. It exploded as the results of the presidential poll trickled in from across the state.

The bomb was planted near a Hotel in the area.

There were serious casualties although the number of deaths, if any, remains unclear.

Police Public Relations Officer in Kaduna State, Deputy Superintendent Aminu Lawan confirmed the bomb explosion.
Lawan said the police authorities in the state had gone into an emergency security meeting over the incident but did not confirm any death. He said those injured had been taken to the hospital for treatment.