BREAKING: Borno Governor Zulum Warns Of Two Suicide Bombers Plotting Attacks In Maiduguri During Eid
Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored in Damaturu, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum disclosed the warning, stating: “We have intelligence that there are two suicide bombers lurking around to carry out attacks, and we are calling on all our people to remain vigilant.”
The Borno State Government has called on residents to stay alert during today’s Eid prayers in Maiduguri, following intelligence reports suggesting that two suspected suicide bombers may be planning attacks.
Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored in Damaturu, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum disclosed the warning, stating: “We have intelligence that there are two suicide bombers lurking around to carry out attacks, and we are calling on all our people to remain vigilant.”
The governor further stated that although Boko Haram insurgents are currently facing sustained military pressure, they may attempt to stage attacks on Maiduguri as a diversion.
He, however, expressed confidence that such efforts would not succeed.
This is Governor Zulum’s first public statement since Monday’s suicide attacks at three locations in Maiduguri, including the gate of University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, a city roundabout, and the Post Office.
The incidents reportedly claimed over 20 lives and left more than 100 others injured.
Earlier on Friday, SaharaReporters reported that Zulum visited victims of the recent bomb blasts in Maiduguri following his return from the lesser Hajj.
During the visit, he praised the Federal Government for its prompt actions, including releasing funds for clearance operations around the fringes of Lake Chad and other affected areas. He also acknowledged the directive ordering Service Chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri to reinforce ongoing security efforts.
The governor reassured residents of continued government support for victims and the families of those who lost their lives. He further reiterated the commitment of security agencies to ending insurgency in the state and across the North-East region.
While in Saudi Arabia, Governor Zulum had earlier issued a statement through his spokesperson condemning the attack as cowardly and barbaric.
The governor, who was in Saudi Arabia for the lesser Hajj at the time, described the attack as despicable, cruel, and cowardly, noting that it targeted innocent people during the holy month of Ramadan.
In a statement, his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, urged residents to remain vigilant and called for heightened security measures, especially in places of worship, as the Eid al-Fitr period approaches.
The governor reassured residents that the military and other security agencies were fully in control, noting that adequate measures had been put in place to prevent any security breaches in Maiduguri and across Borno State.
He urged citizens to remain calm, continue with their daily activities, and promptly report any suspicious movements or incidents to security authorities.
The explosions occurred near Monday Market in Maiduguri and at the gate of University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
The explosions were reported to have occurred simultaneously at about 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
