Six Killed As Suicide Bombers Detonate IED In Borno

Two suicide bombers have detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) at a wedding venue in Gwoza town, Borno State, killing six wedding guests and injuring many others.

According to a survivor, the first bomber was carrying a baby on her back when she stormed the venue and detonated the IED.

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The wedding was held on Saturday at Tashan Mararaba near the Fire Service in Gwoza town.

The bomber identified as a young mother in her twenties pretended to be a guest at the wedding.

While trying to bury the dead persons, another bomber disguised as a mourner detonated an IED at the burial ground, killing one person.

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The injured are receiving treatment at the General Hospital in Gwoza.

The military has, as a result of the explosions, declared a curfew in Gwoza with immediate effect.

Security agencies are also yet to comment on the incident as of now.

Attempts to speak with the spokespersons of North-East Joint Taskforce Operations Hadin Kai and that of the 7 Division and Sector One OPHK have not been successful as they didn’t pick up their calls. (Channels)

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