A car bomb blast was heard in Jowhar city that is said to have happened in front of one of a key hotel frequented by HirShabelle MPs and ministers.
Some reports say that the explosion was used in a car filled with explosives, which struck Nur Doob Hotel on Sunday morning.
There have been casualties including death and injuries as a result of the explosion, and rescue efforts are currently underway for the people wounded by the explosion.
More to come soo.
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