Deadly Suicide Bombings Shake Maiduguri: At Least 23 Dead, Over 100 Injured

At least 23 people were confirmed dead and more than 100 wounded after suicide bombings rocked Maiduguri city in northeastern Nigeria on Monday night, according to local police statements issued Tuesday. It ranks among the most lethal attacks in the city’s recent history, highlighting ongoing security challenges.

Residents and emergency services initially reported three explosions in densely populated areas, such as a major market and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital’s entrance. Nahum Kenneth Daso, a Borno police spokesperson, attributed the attacks to suicide bombers. Though responsibility remains unclaimed, the Boko Haram group, known for previous attacks in the region, is suspected.

The violence comes less than a day after Nigerian military forces successfully defended against militant advances on Maiduguri's outskirts, letting some speculate the bombings were meant as distractions. A strong security presence enveloped the affected areas by Tuesday morning, with many public venues shut due to fear.