A bomb blast has occurred in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, incoming reports say.
Bomb blast hits Maiduguri cattle market
The explosion is reported to have gone off in the Kasuwan Shanu (Cattle market) area of the capital on Monday, December 26.
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The explosion is reported to have gone off in the Kasuwan Shanu (Cattle market) area of the capital on Monday, December 26.
The incident has been confirmed by the police spokesman in the state, DSP Victor Isuku.
The latest attack comes days after the Nigerian military said it had gained control of Sambisa Forest, Boko Haram’s notorious stronghold.
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Details of casualty figures, if any, are yet to be revealed. Story developing.
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