By Asaye Bankole

An unspecified number of travelers have reportedly been killed following a suspected bomb explosion along the Yar’Tasha–Dansadau road in Maru Local Government Area, Zamfara State.

The state police spokesperson, Yazid Abubakar, reportedly confirmed the incident to Daily Post on Saturday. In a telephone interview, he said, “I can confirm that there was a blast in that area, but the incident just happened. I can’t provide details yet. I will update you later.”

Attempts by Newsmen to reach the spokesperson for further confirmation were unsuccessful, as his phone was switched off at the time of reporting.

Videos of the aftermath have circulated online, showing travelers fleeing the scene in panic.
On X, Nuhu Sada, former SDP candidate for the Kaduna State House of Assembly representing Zaria Kewaye Constituency, wrote: “Another tragic attack on innocent travelers in Zamfara. Families are grieving, lives are lost, and property destroyed. Security agencies must act quickly to prevent further harm and bring those responsible to justice.”

Another X user, @DanKatsina50, posted: “BREAKING NEWS: Moments ago, an explosion struck travelers on the Yar’Tasha–Dansadau road in Maru LGA, Zamfara State.

The blast, suspected to be an IED planted by bandits, caused deaths and property loss. Casualties remain unconfirmed. Are security agencies investigating, and what measures are being taken to secure this route?”

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