The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says one person was injured in an explosion that rocked the Wey Street Leather and Shoe Materials Market in the Mushin area of Lagos State.
The Market situated off Wey Street (Oke Mushin), is one of the largest markets in Nigeria for leather goods, shoe-making materials, fabrics, and accessories.
Addressing journalists on Monday, June 22, 2026 at the scene of the incident, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, confirmed that an explosion suspected to have been caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) occurred at the Market, saying one person was injured in the incident.
He said police officers, including Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts, were swiftly deployed after receiving reports of the explosion.
“We received reports of an explosion and immediately sent our EOD unit to the scene. The area was quickly sealed off and thoroughly inspected,” Tijani said.
“The IED was placed under the passenger side of the vehicle. It exploded when the vehicle was started,” he stated.
According to him, one person sustained injuries and was taken to hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment and is in stable condition.
He added that no additional explosive devices were found after a full sweep of the area, urging residents and traders to remain calm and continue their normal activities, assuring them that the situation had been brought under control.