At least five people were killed and 15 injured early Saturday in a suspected military mortar bomb explosion.
Authorities say the blast occurred while the ordnance was being transported, possibly from Yobe State.
Investigations are underway.
The Police have urged residents to stay calm as security agencies secure the area.
The tragic explosion in Kano raises urgent questions about how military-grade weapons are moved across Nigerian roads—often unmarked, unprotected, and through densely populated areas. If confirmed, this case of mishandled ordnance not only cost five innocent lives but also exposes the regulatory vacuum in explosive material oversight.
It’s time for Nigeria’s security institutions and defence ministry to enforce stringent protocols for weapon movement, and for legislative action to follow swiftly. Safety can no longer be left to chance.