Amanze Chinonye
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that normalcy has been restored across Maiduguri following the deadly triple bomb explosions that killed 23 people and injured 108 others on the evening of March 16.
In a statement issued by the Borno State Command, police said the coordinated attacks believed to have been carried out by suicide bombers using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) occurred at about 7:24 p.m. at three major locations: the Maiduguri Monday Market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and the Post Office Flyover.
According to the Command, preliminary investigations indicate that the attackers detonated explosives in quick succession, targeting densely populated civilian areas and causing significant casualties.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelIn the immediate aftermath, a joint security response involving Police Tactical Units, the military, and other operatives was deployed to the affected sites. The areas were swiftly secured and cordoned off, while the Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit conducted sweep operations to ensure no additional explosive threats remained.
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The Commissioner of Police in Borno State, Naziru Abdulmajid, visited the scenes of the attacks for an on-the-spot assessment and to oversee response efforts. He commiserated with victims and their families, assuring residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property.
Emergency responders, including the National Emergency Management Agency and the Borno State Emergency Management Agency, evacuated victims to hospitals across the city, where those injured are currently receiving treatment.
Police authorities said security has since been significantly strengthened across Maiduguri and surrounding areas, with increased patrols, surveillance, and joint operations aimed at preventing further attacks.
The Command added that investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident and to identify those responsible.
Residents have been urged to remain calm but vigilant, and to report any suspicious movements or objects to security agencies as part of efforts to maintain peace and prevent further violence.
The latest update comes amid heightened concerns over a resurgence of insurgent activity in Borno State, following the coordinated bombings that targeted civilian centres and reignited fears of renewed urban attacks in the region.
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