Ghana gas explosion: Death toll reaches 7; 132 injured

The Presidency has confirmed that as at 11:30 am Sunday, at least seven people have been confirmed dead and 132 injured from Saturday night gas explosion at Atomic Junction near Madina.

A statement signed by the Information Minister added that out of those injured, 64 persons have been discharged from the hospitals with 68 others receiving treatment. The Vice President on Sunday morning visited the site of the explosion to get the first-hand update.

He also visited a number of hospitals to comfort and support the injured.

UCJ, UNILORIN.