Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance

Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has condemned in the strongest terms the explosion that occurred in some parts of Maiduguri metropolis on Monday evening.

Zulum, who is currently in Saudi Arabia for the Lesser Hajj, described the attack as despicable, cruel, and cowardly, targeting innocent people in the holy month of Ramadan.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, the governor called for increased vigilance and heightened security measures, particularly in places of worship and other public places.

“I am deeply saddened by the explosions that occurred in parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and those injured as a result of the blast. The act is utterly condemnable, barbaric, and inhumane,” Zulum said.

“The recent surge in attacks is not unconnected with intense military operations in the Sambisa forest and other hideouts of the insurgents.”

The governor assured people of the state that the military and other security agencies are on top of the situation, as adequate measures have been taken to forestall any security breach in Maiduguri and the entire state.

He called on residents to remain calm, go about their usual activities, and report any suspicious movement or activity to security agencies.

Meanwhile,  operatives of Borno State Police Command EOD Unit at are conducting clearance operations at the sites of the bomb explosions.

Suspected suicide bombers denoted improvised explosives at the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Maiduguri Monday Market, and the Post Office Flyover as residents break their fast on Monday evening.

The police said mormalcy has been restored and advised residents to remain calm, be vigilant and report suspicious activities through emergency lines: 08068075581, 08023473293.