Army Confirms Explosion At Ilese Barracks
The Nigerian Army late Thursday confirmed an explosion and subsequent fire outbreak at Ilese Barracks, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
The explosion described as “minor” occurred within one of the storage buildings of the 42 Engineers Brigade Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Squadron, leading to a fire outbreak.
The Army Acting Director of Army Public Relations Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, however, noted that there was no record of casualties.
Anele said the extent of damage resulting from the explosion is yet to be ascertained.
She said, “Specifically, in the early hours of today, 14 August 2025, a localised explosion occurred within one of the storage buildings of the 42 Engineers Brigade Counter Improvised Explosive Device Squadron leading to a limited fire outbreak.
“Swift intervention by troops of the 12 Field Engineer Regiment, working closely with the Ijebu-Ode Fire Service, ensured that the fire was quickly contained.
“Importantly, no lives were lost, and no injuries were sustained.
“The structural damage was confined to the affected building and some stored materials. A detailed assessment is currently underway to determine the extent of material loss”.
The army urged residents of Ilese and the adjoining communities to remain calm and go about their normal activities.
It also noted that collaboration with relevant agencies has commenced a thorough investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the incident and to prevent a recurrence.
“The Nigerian Army remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all its personnel as well as the members of neighbouring communities” she concluded.
Army Confirms Explosion At Ilese Barracks is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
