The Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) headquarters has confirmed that the explosion at a mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, on Wednesday evening, was carried out by a suicide bomber.
This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by Lt. Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, HQ JTF (NE) OPHK.
According to the statement, preliminary findings indicated that a suspected Boko Haram terrorist detonated an improvised explosive device, killing himself and two civilians at the scene.
“The troops, in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal, EOD, team, other security agencies, the Borno State Government, and NEMA, responded promptly, secured the area, and cordoned off the affected location to prevent further harm,” the statement added.
Lt. Col. Uba revealed that 32 civilians sustained injuries, with two later confirmed dead at hospitals, while two remain in critical condition.
The remaining injured persons are stable and receiving appropriate medical care.
He reassured residents of their safety during the festive season, noting that security agencies have intensified surveillance and protective measures across Maiduguri and surrounding areas.
