The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into an explosion at Quantum Steel, located along the Sagamu-Ikorodu Road in Ogijo, which left seven workers, including three expatriates, injured.
Joseph Adewale, an employee of the company, reported the explosion which happened on Wednesday to the Ogijo Police Division.
Those injured include four Nigerians—Daniel Bala, 28; Mutiu Olajide, 39; Godwin Solomon, 27; and Maduabuchi Onwe, 27—as well as three expatriates, Ajun Kumar, 37; Chandan Kumar, 50; and Rakash Kumar, 30.
In a statement released on Thursday, Omolola Odutola, the state police public relations officer, verified the incident and stated that the explosion was caused by a machinery failure.
The statement read, “According to the report, on March 2, 2025, at about 6:30 pm, a blast from one of the factory’s machines resulted in severe injuries to seven individuals, including both Nigerian and expatriate workers.
“All the injured victims were rushed to Rolayo Hospital in Ikorodu, Lagos, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding well.”
Odutola said detectives visited the scene, conducted an initial assessment, and documented evidence, including photographs. She added that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the explosion and ensure compliance with industrial safety regulations.
The police command also urged companies and industries to prioritize workplace safety to prevent similar incidents.
