Explosion Rocks Ijebu Ode Military Barracks, Triggers Security Lockdown
By SpringnewsNG Media Limited August 15,2025
An early morning explosion on Thursday at the Sappers Barracks in Ilese, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, has led to a full security lockdown of the facility.
The blast reportedly occurred inside a mini storage unit within the barracks. Sources suggest it may have been caused by explosives stored in the military armoury, possibly due to heat buildup, though this has not been officially confirmed.
Residents of Ilese described hearing a loud bang that reverberated through the community, sparking fear and confusion. While no casualties have been reported so far, details on possible injuries or structural damage remain scarce.
Military personnel have since cordoned off the area, with the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team expected to conduct a full assessment, determine the cause of the blast, and ensure the site poses no further danger.
The Nigerian Army is yet to release an official statement. However, a security advisory posted on X (formerly Twitter) by @sfojoemmanuela urged residents to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information while investigations continue.
The incident has reignited concerns about the storage and management of explosives in military facilities, particularly in densely populated communities such as Ijebu Ode.
This latest blast comes less than three months after an explosion near the Mogadishu Barracks in Abuja on May 26, 2025, when a suspected suicide bomber was killed following the detonation of an improvised explosive device (IED). That attack, confirmed by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), underscored the persistent security risks around Nigeria’s military installations.
