Nigeria, Dec. 30 -- The Kebbi State Police Command has explained that the explosion at the General Hospital in Bagudo, Kebbi State, early on Tuesday was caused by fire, not a bomb blast or any form of external attack.

PREMIUM TIMES reported that an explosion rocked the facility, causing fear among residents.

According to the police, the loud explosion that alarmed residents was caused by an inferno that involved overheated air-conditioning units and gas cylinders used for refrigeration at the facility.

"Investigations and expert assessments have confirmed that the incident was caused by an inferno. No explosives or aerial activity were involved," police spokesperson Bashir Usman said in a statement.

Experts on site, including Explosiv...