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

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The floods, which struck in 2024, not only displaced residents but also inflicted significant economic damage and severed access between the North East and other regions, including Kano, Abuja, Jigawa, and Yobe. The disruption has had far-reaching consequences, particularly for trade, travel, and security operations in the area.

On August 15, 2024, a federal delegation led by the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, and accompanied by the Bauchi State governor, visited the site to assess the damage. At the time, assurances were given that emergency repairs would begin promptly, acknowledging the road’s vital economic role. However, residents say only minimal, temporary fixes have occurred since, leaving the route vulnerable ahead of another rainy season.

Community leaders and road users are sounding the alarm, warning that without immediate and durable repairs—especially around the Jama’are and Azare–Potiskum stretches—the road could face further degradation, endangering lives and compounding economic isolation in the North East.

Beyond the physical infrastructure challenges, the delay in action has reignited conversations about regional equity in federal development initiatives. Critics argue that the government’s inaction sends troubling signals to a region that contributed significantly to the current administration’s electoral success.

Minister Umahi, during his visit, acknowledged past imbalances in road project distribution but emphasized that the present administration is working to correct them. He cited the Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi legacy project as a sign of progress, with assurances of increased funding through special interventions.

Nonetheless, residents and stakeholders insist that words must now translate into results. Many believe the rehabilitation of the Kano–Maiduguri road is not just an infrastructure issue, but a litmus test for the government’s commitment to inclusive national development.

As rainfall season nears, the urgency to act grows. Citizens are calling on the federal government to prioritize this vital project—not just to restore a road, but to reaffirm the principle that every region deserves equal attention and meaningful investment.

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Port Harcourt tops the list with 85 recorded incidents, mainly involving violent crimes such as armed robbery and kidnapping. Maiduguri and Lagos follow with 52 and 32 incidents, respectively. Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, continues to face insurgency-related violence, while Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, battles urban crimes in densely populated areas.

The Makurdi-Jos route was highlighted as a particularly dangerous area due to youth gang violence and farmer-pastoralist conflicts, often resulting in roadblocks and attacks on motorists. Jos, Calabar, and Kano reported 18 to 23 incidents, mostly linked to communal clashes and theft.

In Eleme and Onitsha, 15 incidents each were recorded, with Onitsha’s trade routes noted for theft and related crimes.

The Port Harcourt-Warri route was also flagged as more dangerous than the Abuja-Kaduna highway, largely due to kidnapping for ransom.

SBM Intelligence emphasized infrastructural challenges, such as potholes, poor drainage, and traffic congestion, as factors exacerbating insecurity. The report called for strategic interventions to address these issues and improve safety across the country.

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According to our source, Tinubu landed at approximately 3:15 pm, where he was welcomed by Governor Babagana Zulum.

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The President is set to visit the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Umar-Garbai El-Kaneni, before proceeding to one of the displacement camps to address the affected individuals.

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The recent flood, which submerged nearly half of Maiduguri, has resulted in significant loss of life and property. The Borno Government has established 36 camps to provide relief to the thousands displaced by the disaster.

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