Two brothers narrowly escape Maiduguri bombing
Two brothers, Sanni Muhammad and Bashir Muhammad, shared how they narrowly avoided the Maiduguri bombing that claimed many lives. The attack, which targeted multiple locations in Maiduguri, left dozens dead and injured. Sanni Muhammad described the sequence of events that led to their miraculous escape. The incident has drawn condemnation from authorities and calls for increased security.
What happened
- Sanni Muhammad and his brother, Bashir Muhammad, were on their way to Monday Market when the bomb exploded just minutes before their arrival.
- The bombing killed 23 people and injured 108 others, according to reports.
- Police confirmed the attack and stated that investigations are ongoing, with the scenes secured and checked for additional threats.
- Babagana Zulum, Governor of Borno State, condemned the attack and called for heightened security, especially during the Ramadan period.
- The governor assured residents that security agencies are working to prevent further incidents in Maiduguri and the state.
