According to multiple reports gathered on Twitter, A gas explosion in Lafia, Nasarawa State has left many people dead. The explosion happened at the Natson Filling Station, located opposite Police Clinic, Jos road, Lafia, in Nasarawa State, today, September 10th.

Large billows and dark smoke, with loud sounds of explosions could be heard from over one kilometre.

The cause of the explosion is yet unknown. But according to reports, security operatives and para-medics have been deployed to the scene.

It actually affected a gas station close to the filling station as well. But it is not yet confirmed where the fire started from.