Many feared dead, buildings destroyed as transformer explodes in Plateau

The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 14, 2023, also left some residential buildings and shops in the area in ruins, report claims.

According to residents’ accounts, the destructive transformer had exploded around 3:am and set fire to the surrounding buildings and shops, leading to the death of the victims.

John Silas, a resident of the community, confirmed the incident to ThePunch in Jos on Saturday.

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