The source, who craved anonymity, confirmed the loss of one of them on Saturday evening adding that all efforts by the doctors were abortive.

The Lagos State Police Command had earlier confirmed that five persons were injured in the explosion, which occurred around 6:35 pm.

According to a statement issued by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin,  the scene was immediately cordoned off by operatives of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit, the Mobile Police Detachment, and other police teams to ensure public safety.

The Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, was also said to have visited the scene for an on-the-spot assessment shortly after the incident.

Hundeyin added that the five individuals injured during the explosion were taken to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital for treatment.