Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has condemned the explosion that occurred in parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
Zulum, who is currently in Saudi Arabia for the lesser Hajj, described the attack as despicable, cruel, and cowardly, targeting innocent people in the holy month of Ramadan.
In a statement, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, called for increased vigilance and heightened security measures, particularly in places of worship, as the Eid period approaches.
“I am deeply saddened by the explosions that occurred in parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and those injured as a result of the blast. The act is utterly condemnable, barbaric and inhumane,” Zulum said.
He added, “The recent surge in attacks is not unconnected with intense military operations in the Sambisa forest and other hideouts of the insurgents.”
The governor assured people of the state that the military and other security agencies were on top of the situation, as adequate measures had been taken to forestall any security breach in Maiduguri and the entire state.
He called on residents to remain calm, go about their usual activities, and report any suspicious movement or activity to security agencies.
GISTSMATE MEDIA earlier reported that an ascertained number of persons lost their lives while many others were injured following a bomb explosion around Monday Market in Maiduguri and at the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
Our correspondent gathered that the bombs detonated around 7:02pm simultaneously.
Confirming the incident to our correspondent, the Head of Operations, Federal Fire Service in Borno State, DSF Mohammed Kafaran, said the agency had deployed its team to the scene.
“Yes, there was a bomb explosion at Monday Market area around Elkenemi. We have deployed a team there to take reports. We will get back to you shortly,” he said.
Eyewitnesses told PUNCH that many of the injured victims had been evacuated to hospitals.
“There were dead bodies on the ground. Many persons with wounds have been rushed to the Specialist Hospital in Maiduguri,” one witness said.
The Borno State Police Command also confirmed the attack, calling for increased vigilance.
The spokesman of the command, ASP Nahum Daso, in a brief statement, said, “Following reports of a suspected explosion at Maiduguri Monday Market and UMTH gate at about 7:20pm, joint security operatives and emergency responders have been deployed. Police EOD Unit, Base 13 Maiduguri, is on ground.
“Residents are advised to remain calm and avoid the area while assessments continue. Further updates shortly,” Daso said.
WARNING: If You Are Not 18+, Don’t Click The Link Below 👇🫣Â
https://emitprocured.com/u36k6hvh?key=9d5a995551042f49ca200d04746b52ad
Did you want to monetize your website, join MONETAG or ADSKEEPER and start earningÂ
Please don’t forget to “Allow the notification” so you will be the first to get our gist when we publish it.
Drop your comment in the section below, and don’t forget to share the post.
Never Miss A Single News Or Gist, Kindly Join Us On WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vad8g81Eawdsio6INn3B
Telegram Channel:
https://t.me/gistsmateNG
