Police in Maiduguri have confirmed that 23 people were killed and more than 100 others injured following a triple IED explosion in the city.
The disclosure was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Borno State Police Command through its Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso.
The coordinated attacks, which occurred late Monday evening at multiple locations, have raised fresh concerns over security in Nigeria’s northeast.
The police said the coordinated attacks occurred at about 7:24 p.m., leaving 23 persons dead and 108 others injured across three locations. The Command added that a joint team of security operatives was immediately deployed to secure the affected areas and prevent further attacks.
The police also stated that the affected areas were cordoned off and swept by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit to eliminate any additional threats.
Emergency responders were mobilized quickly to manage the aftermath of the explosions and provide medical assistance to victims. The police emphasized that coordinated efforts between multiple agencies helped stabilize the situation shortly after the attacks.
The Command added that investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident and bring perpetrators to justice.
The latest attack highlights the persistent insecurity in Borno State despite ongoing military operations in the region. Recent incidents have shown that insurgents remain capable of carrying out coordinated assaults on both civilian and military targets.
These repeated incidents continue to underscore the challenges faced by security agencies in fully containing insurgent activities in the region.
Nigeria continues to grapple with multiple security challenges across different regions, drawing increased international attention. Authorities say efforts are ongoing to strengthen security through collaboration with global partners.
Nigerian authorities say they are improving intelligence sharing and military capacity with international partners.
Communities in Borno and neighboring states remain among the hardest hit, as the prolonged conflict continues to impact lives and livelihoods.