BREAKING: Abia Illegal Refinery Explodes, Leaving Several People Dead

BREAKING: Abia Illegal Refinery Explodes, Leaving Several People Dead

BREAKING: Abia Illegal Refinery Explodes, Leaving Several People Dead

An explosion occurred at an illicit refinery in the Uzuaku Community of Abia State's Ukwa West Local Government Area.

According to reports, ten persons were killed in the incident.

The state government and concerned agencies are yet to make a statement on the incident.

The explosion happened barely two weeks after a fire explosion killed over 100 persons at an illegal crude oil refining site in Imo State.

The issue of illegal refinery has become a topical issue in recent times as more citizens delve into the deadly venture to eke a living amid economic hardship.