A Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) bus exploded early Sunday at a Kaduna motor park, destroying at least one luxury bus and damaging another, sending debris flying across the terminal and sparking panic among residents.
The blast, which occurred around 2 a.m., caused no confirmed casualties due to the late hour, according to Umar Mohammed, a worker at the Mando motor park.
“It was a massive explosion tearing a luxurious bus apart. Luckily, the timing meant fewer people were around,” he said.
Authorities have not yet provided official casualty figures or confirmed the cause, but investigators are expected to examine potential mechanical faults, mishandling of gas systems, or lapses in safety compliance.
Kaduna’s adoption of CNG buses is part of a broader national strategy to curb fuel costs and shift towards cleaner energy alternatives.
While the initiative has expanded public transport access, experts warn that improper handling of CNG systems can lead to catastrophic accidents.
The explosion is likely to reignite calls for stricter safety regulations, improved infrastructure, and enhanced public awareness as Nigeria continues its transition to gas-powered mass transit.
