At least 23 people have been confirmed dead, with 108 others injured, following a series of bomb explosions that rocked Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The blasts, which occurred on Monday evening, struck multiple locations across the city, including the Post Office Flyover, Maiduguri Monday Market, and the entrance of the University of Maiduguri Teaching […]
At least 23 people have been confirmed dead, with 108 others injured, following a series of bomb explosions that rocked Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.
The blasts, which occurred on Monday evening, struck multiple locations across the city, including the Post Office Flyover, Maiduguri Monday Market, and the entrance of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
Police spokesperson Nahum Daso said the attacks were carried out by suspected suicide bombers using improvised explosive devices.
He confirmed the casualty figures, stating that 23 people lost their lives while 108 others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
In response, security personnel comprising police and military forces were swiftly deployed to the affected areas to secure the scenes and forestall further incidents.
The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmaji, visited the blast sites and reassured residents of intensified efforts to safeguard lives and property.
Emergency responders evacuated the injured victims to nearby hospitals, where they are currently receiving treatment.
Authorities have since declared the situation under control, with heightened security presence across the city.
Investigations are ongoing to track down those responsible for the attacks, while residents have been urged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements to security agencies.