The Association of Mobile Communication Device Technicians (AMCODET) is urging the Nigerian government to step up security in Computer Village, Ikeja, after a recent explosion left several people injured and raised fresh concerns about safety in the country’s largest electronics market.
The incident occurred on Friday, April 11, 2025, at a CCTV dealer’s shop on Kodesho Street, near Computer Village. According to police reports, a parcel containing an explosive device detonated around 6:35 p.m., injuring five people who were inside and around the shop. The victims were quickly transported to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) for treatment.
Security forces, including the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit, Mobile Police Detachment, and Conventional Police Teams, responded immediately, cordoning off the area and launching a thorough investigation. The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, assured the public that the situation was under control and urged residents to remain calm as detectives continue to probe the cause of the explosion.
In the wake of the blast, AMCODET President Kehinde Apara expressed deep concern about the vulnerability of Computer Village to criminal activities, citing the lack of adequate security infrastructure as a major risk factor.
“AMCODET has approached other stakeholders on the issue to improve security in the village and has proposed the installation of solar-powered CCTV cameras at the entrance of the village,” Apara said, emphasizing the need for surveillance to deter crime and prevent further incidents.
Apara also called on the government to play a critical role in ensuring these security upgrades are implemented, warning that without intervention, the area could remain a target for future attacks.
Beyond external security, AMCODET is introducing stricter protocols for technicians. The association plans to require customers to provide proof of ownership or a consent form before technicians unlock or service mobile devices. This measure aims to protect technicians from inadvertently working on stolen or questionable phones, a problem that has previously exposed members to legal and security risks.
Apara further highlighted the need for ongoing training for phone technicians, particularly in recognizing security threats. He stressed the importance of collaboration between security agencies, technicians, and other stakeholders to develop effective safety strategies for Computer Village.
The explosion has intensified call for stronger safety protocols and infrastructure in Computer Village. Many traders and residents are now looking to both the government and private sector for solutions that will restore confidence and ensure the market remains a safe place to do business.
The Lagos State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security throughout the state, assuring the public that the area has been rendered safe and that normal activities can resume.
