Several dead in explosion at a football field in Lower Shabelle

GOOBJOOG NEWS | LOWER SHABELLE: At least 27 people died and several others injured after an explosive device went off at a football field at Muraale village in Lower Shabelle region.

According to Janaale town governor Abdrahman Yusuf Al Adala, some residents in the area found a metallic device which they tried to use as a cooking tool but exploded when they placed it on fire.

“I would like to tell the people of Janaale to be cautious of old metals. If anyone finds any old rusty metallic device, they should report to authorities and not touch it to avoid such accidents,” the governor said.

He further called for assistance for the people affected by the incident and also urged security agencies to clear public areas of mines and any other dangerous explosives that can pose a danger to members of public.