Suspected terrorists attack Borno capital, Maiduguri

Explosions by suspected terrorists, on Monday evening rained in different parts of Maiduguri, the Borno state capital.

Recall that suspected terrorists, during the weekend, reportedly infiltrated the Kofa community on the outskirts of Maiduguri but were repelled by security forces.

The Maiduguri Monday evening explosion caused panic among residents in several parts of the city.

The loud explosions were said to have occurred at about 7pm the Monday Market, Kaleri, Post Office and University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital areas.

Residents said the sounds triggered panic, prompting many people to leave the area and rush home for safety.

The State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, confirmed the incidents.

Daso said that preliminary reports revealed the explosions occurred at the Post Office area and the main entrance of University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

“Yes, there were reports of explosions at University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital main gate and Post Office area, but the one at Monday Market, I have no information. But I will get back to you as soon as I have it,” Daso said.

A media aide to the Borno State Governor, Dauda Iliya, was quoted by the AFP as saying that “agencies are trying to confirm if there are any casualties” from the Monday blasts at the market and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.