According to Vanguard newspaper The Borno Police Command has reported an explosion from an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Maiduguri, which resulted in the death of one male victim and left eleven others with varying degrees of injuries. The incident occurred on Thursday during a protest against bad governance at Deribe Junction near the Federal Government Girls’ College Monguno (FGGC) Annex in the Bulumkutu area of Maiduguri.
Police Commissioner Yusuf Lawal provided a situation report on Friday to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), confirming the casualties and the circumstances surrounding the explosion. According to Lawal, the explosion took place amidst a protest, which underscores the precarious security situation in the region and the risks faced by civilians during such demonstrations. The identities of the victims have not been disclosed, and the nature of the injuries sustained by the eleven wounded individuals varies.
The police have assured the public that investigations into the incident are ongoing, and efforts are being made to restore and maintain normalcy in the affected area. “The Borno command assures the citizens that investigations are ongoing and that normalcy has been restored,” said Commissioner Lawal. The authorities are likely to intensify security measures in Maiduguri to prevent further occurrences of such tragic events and to ensure the safety of residents.
This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Borno State, which has been a hotspot for insurgent activities and related violence. The explosion during a protest against bad governance also reflects the broader socio-political issues facing the region. The Borno Police Command’s prompt response and commitment to investigating the explosion aim to reassure the public and address the immediate security concerns.
“The Borno command assures the citizens that investigations are ongoing and that normalcy has been restored,” he said. (NAN)