Panic spread on Tuesday evening following a gas explosion behind the Alake Sports Centre in Abeokuta, Ogun State. One of the several venues of currently hosting the handball event of the ongoing National Sports Festival games.

Sources says a loud blast that shook the area and caused confusion among residents and participants at the sports facility.

The explosion was said to have taken place at a gas refilling point located behind the centre.

Emergency responders were seen arriving at the scene to assess the situation and begin preliminary containment efforts. The extent of damage or possible casualties has yet to be confirmed.

Authorities have cordoned off the area, and further updates are expected as the situation develops.