Wike Debunks Suicide Bombing Claim, Says Nyanya Blast Victim Was Carrying Quarry Explosive

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed reports suggesting that Monday’s explosion near the Nyanya axis of Abuja was the result of a suicide bombing. According to Wike, the blast was accidental and not linked to any terrorist activity.


Speaking during a project inspection tour on Wednesday, the minister clarified that the victim involved had unknowingly transported an explosive device from a quarry site, which later detonated.

“There was no suicide bombing. The explosion occurred because someone ignorantly carried an explosive material from a quarry, which went off,” Wike explained, urging the public to disregard unverified reports circulating on social media and in some news outlets.

Ensuring Public Safety and Transparency

The clarification comes amid growing concerns over security in the capital, particularly given Nyanya’s history as the site of deadly bombings in 2014 linked to Boko Haram. Wike’s statement aims to calm public fears and reinforce confidence in ongoing security measures across Abuja. Security agencies are reported to be conducting further investigations into how the material left the quarry undetected and whether safety protocols at such facilities are being properly enforced.

Quarry operations near urban settlements pose potential risks, especially when explosive materials are not adequately secured or disposed of. This incident underscores the need for tighter regulation and public awareness regarding the handling of industrial-grade explosives.

Wike emphasized the administration’s commitment to maintaining Abuja’s safety and called on residents to avoid spreading panic. “We are on top of the situation, and we will continue to do all that is necessary to keep our city safe,” he assured.

The Nyanya explosion was not a terrorist act, according to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The blast resulted from the mishandling of a quarry explosive, not a suicide bombing, as earlier rumors had claimed.

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