The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr DELE ALAKE, has stated that the Federal Government is awaiting the outcome of the forensic investigation into the Ibadan explosion, which occurred on January 16.

ALAKE said that the investigation would help in revealing the remote cause of the explosion and guide the Federal Government on its next line of action.

He assured Nigerians of the federal government`s determination to take appropriate actions regarding the situation, hence its resolve to await the outcome before making a definite pronouncement.

He added that the investigation was aimed at preventing recurrence.

No fewer than five persons were reported killed, 77 injured and 58 buildings damaged by the explosion.