There was panic in Keffi town, the headquarters of Keffi local government area of Nasarawa State, following an explosion in the wee hours of Sunday.
According to a source, the victims may have detonated the explosive vests on grenade after sighting the security operatives.The source noted that many residents who leave close to area fled when the incident occurred.
The source, however, added that people who were initially sceptical about the development, trooped to the scene of the incident as early as 6 o’clock when they noticed heavy presence of security operatives. He noted that the bodies of the victims have been evacuated from the scene to an undisclosed hospital in the area.
The source also said the scene of the incident has been condoned off by the security operatives after an initial search for evidence. When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the State Police Command said he was in Church and promised to reach out after the service.
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