05 Oct 2024 | 07:51 AM UTC
Nigeria: Explosion in Port Harcourt, Oct. 5
Explosion at Rivers State APC Secretariat along Aba Road in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Oct. 5. Avoid the area.
An explosion occurred at the Rivers State All Progressives Congress (APC) Secretariat along Aba Road in Port Harcourt on early Oct. 5. The explosion, reportedly caused by the detonation of an explosive device, caused damage in the area. There have been no reports of casualties. The incident coincides with the state of a local election; the apparent attack is likely politically motivated.
Security personnel will likely deploy to the site in the coming hours. Localized ground travel disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the incident.
Avoid the incident scene. Plan for localized disruptions. Heed instructions of officials.
