- Explosion hits Monday Market and UMTH gate in Maiduguri
- Incident occurred shortly after iftar around 7:20 PM
- Security operatives and emergency responders deployed
- Residents urged to remain calm and avoid affected areas
Panic spread across Maiduguri on Monday evening after explosions struck the Monday Market Maiduguri and the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital shortly after iftar.
The incident reportedly occurred around 7:20 PM, just after Muslims broke their fast, sending shockwaves through the busy areas and forcing residents to flee for safety.
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Eyewitnesses said the loud blasts triggered widespread panic, with many people abandoning the area and rushing home.
The Borno State Police Command confirmed the incident through its spokesperson, Nahum Kenneth Daso, who disclosed the development in a statement.
“Following reports of a suspected explosion at Maiduguri Monday Market and UMTH gate at about 7:20 PM, joint security operatives and emergency responders have been deployed,” the statement read.
The police added that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit has been deployed to the scene to assess the situation and secure the area.
Residents were advised to remain calm and avoid the affected locations while investigations continue.
Security agencies, alongside emergency responders, are currently on the ground working to determine the cause of the explosions and ensure public safety.
Authorities said further updates would be provided as more information becomes available.
The incident comes less than 24 hours after suspected insurgents reportedly attempted to infiltrate the Kofa community, but were repelled by security forces.
Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, has experienced repeated attacks over the years by insurgent groups such as Boko Haram and ISWAP.
