Tension In Borno: Loud Blasts Send Sh*ckwaves Through Maiduguri

According to reports, the blasts occurred between approximately 6:45 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., with loud sounds heard across several locations, raising concerns about a potential security incident.

Witnesses said the explosions were heard around key areas including Monday Market, Kaleri, the Post Office area, and the surroundings of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

Residents described the blasts as sudden and powerful, sparking widespread fear in the affected neighbourhoods. Some people reportedly abandoned their activities and hurried away from the areas in search of safety.

The incident created tension in several parts of the city as residents tried to determine the cause of the explosions.

As of the time this report was filed, security agencies had not issued any official statement regarding the incident.

Meanwhile, over the weekend, troops under Operation Hadin Kai reportedly foiled attempted terrorist attacks on Azir Bridge and Banki in Borno State.

The Joint Task Force (North-East) said the attacks took place in the early hours of Friday when insurgents advanced in large numbers toward military positions in the two locations.

This was disclosed in a statement by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Sani Uba.

According to the statement, the insurgents launched coordinated assaults on troops stationed at Azir Bridge in Sector 2 and Banki in Sector 1 of the operational theatre.

However, the attackers reportedly encountered strong resistance from soldiers who were already on high alert.

The military said the troops responded with coordinated counter-attacks that disrupted the insurgents’ advance and forced them to withdraw.

Air support from the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai also played a significant role in repelling the assault, with close air support operations weakening the attackers and helping troops maintain control of the affected areas.