Many people are feared dead following a bomb explosion at a mosque in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Wednesday evening.
The incident occurred at about 6:10 p.m. at a Juma’at Mosque in Gamboru Ward, around the Customs area of the city, while Muslim worshippers were observing the Maghrib prayer.
Residents who spoke to our source by phone said the explosion, believed to have been caused by an improvised explosive device (IED), killed and injured several worshippers. The attackers are suspected to be Boko Haram insurgents, although official confirmation is still awaited.
The Police Public Relations Officer in Borno State, ASP Nahum Daso, said he could not immediately confirm the blast but disclosed that he was heading to the scene to assess the situation and gather details.
The explosion has heightened fear and tension across Maiduguri, particularly among residents preparing for the 2025 Christmas celebrations. Security operatives have since cordoned off the affected area to prevent further casualties and allow for preliminary investigations.
Authorities are expected to provide more updates as details of the incident become clearer.
Source: Channels Tv
