A gas explosion on Sunday evening destroyed a residential building comprising three-bedroom flats in Temidere community, Reke, Asa Local Government Area of Kwara State.
The incident occurred at about 4:27 p.m., prompting an emergency response from the Kwara State Fire Service.
Firefighters were immediately deployed to the scene to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures.
Confirming the incident, the Head of Media and Publicity of the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle, said preliminary findings indicated that a gas leak triggered the explosion.
“On Sunday, December 14, 2025, at about 16:27 hours, our officers responded to a fire outbreak in Temidere community,” Adekunle said.
“The fire was caused by a sudden gas explosion, which affected a building made up of three-bedroom flats.”
He noted that the swift intervention of firefighters helped to limit further damage within the neighbourhood.
“Our personnel engaged the fire promptly, and the containment operation ensured that the flames did not spread to adjoining buildings,” he added.
The Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, while reacting to the incident, cautioned residents on the dangers associated with poor handling of cooking gas and faulty equipment.
“Residents must be vigilant in the use of gas by regularly inspecting cylinders, hoses and regulators,” he said.
“Proper ventilation is essential, and gas supply should be shut off immediately once a leak is suspected. These basic safety measures can prevent explosions and loss of property.”
The fire service reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state, assuring residents of rapid response to emergency situations.
Gas-related fire outbreaks have remained a recurring concern in different parts of the country, often linked to gas leakage, substandard equipment and poor safety practices, prompting repeated warnings from fire and emergency agencies.
