Residents of Jabo village in Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State were thrown into panic on Thursday, Christmas Day night, following a loud explosion suspected to be caused by an explosive device. Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred suddenly, with a suspected explosive, allegedly landing in the community. The explosion caused fear, but thank God it did not land among people,” the source said. Security agencies have since been alerted, and investigations are ongoing to determine the source and nature of the explosion. Authorities are yet to officially confirm whether the object was an explosive device or how it found its way into the community.

Source: Punch December 26, 2025 01:40 UTC