A suspected car bomb exploded yesterday evening at a popular
entertainment spot in Sabon gari, Kano state. at least, 10 people have
been confirmed dead.The blast happened at about 9:30 pm (2030 GMT) when
the area was crowded with revellers as well as street hawkers and
traders.Witnesses claimed that a car was left in the Middle Road area of Sabon
Giri and its driver left on a motorbike. The blast happened soon
afterwards.
The charred and mangled remains of five cars could be
seen outside one of the many bars and eateries on the now deserted
Atiken street.
A sixth car, a Volkswagen Golf said by police to have been used by the
bomber, was ripped into three pieces, with its engine resting on the
roadside.Windows on the two-storey buildings lining the street were
smashed and armed police and soldiers stood guard.
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