Army Warns of More Suicide Bombers in Maiduguri After Deadly Attacks

The Nigerian Army has urged residents of Maiduguri, Borno State, to avoid crowded areas following intelligence suggesting the possible presence of additional suicide bombers in the city. The warning comes after Monday evening’s coordinated bombings killed 23 people and injured 108 others during rush hour.

Lt. Col. Sanni Uba, Media Information Officer of the North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, described the attacks as “cowardly” and said preliminary intelligence points to multiple Boko Haram suicide bombers being deployed to execute further attacks.

Details of Monday’s attacks

The bombings occurred at around 7:05 p.m., coinciding with Iftar, when Muslims break their fast. Explosives detonated in crowded locations, triggering panic and maximum casualties.

Security forces have intensified patrols, surveillance, and counter-IED operations across Maiduguri, while emergency response teams, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), evacuated victims to the General Hospital, Specialist Hospital, and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

Army appeals to residents

Lt. Col. Uba called on the public to stay alert, avoid large gatherings, and report suspicious movements, unattended packages, or unusual activities to security agencies. He assured that measures are ongoing to stabilise the security situation and prevent further attacks.

The Army’s alert underscores ongoing security challenges in Borno State, where insurgent activity continues to threaten civilian safety and disrupt daily life.