Nigeria Mosque Blast: 7 people died in a blast during prayers in a mosque in Maiduguri city of Nigeria. No one claimed responsibility for the attack, but Boko Haram or ISWAP are suspected. Panic spread again in the area.
Nigeria Terror Attack News: There was panic in Nigeria’s northeastern city of Maiduguri on Wednesday evening when a massive explosion occurred in a crowded mosque. The blast occurred at the same time when people were offering evening prayers. At least 7 worshipers died in this tragic incident, while many others are said to be injured. According to the local people, suddenly there was a loud noise inside the mosque and within no time there was an outcry. People started running here and there and the entire area was immersed in panic.
Was a bomb already placed inside the mosque?
According to witnesses and security sources, the suspicion of the blast is due to a bomb already kept inside the mosque. Anti-jihad militia leader Babakura Kolo called it a suspicious bombing. Some eyewitnesses say that it could also be a suicide attack, although this has not been officially confirmed yet. Police and explosive disposal team have reached the spot and investigation is underway.
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Why does Maiduguri become the target again and again?
Maiduguri, the capital of Nigeria’s Borno state, has long been a stronghold of the jihadist organization Boko Haram and its faction ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province). However, the city had remained relatively quiet in the last few years. The last major attack here took place in the year 2021. In such a situation, this blast has once again raised the question whether Jihadi violence is going to intensify again?
How scary was the scene after the blast?
The videos that surfaced after the blast are extremely horrifying. In the video, a person is seen writhing in pain on the ground soaked in blood, while several bodies are seen covered with sheets. Witness Isa Musa Yushau said he saw several injured people being taken for treatment. However, it is not yet clear how many people have been injured.
Why did no organization take responsibility?
Till now no armed organization has claimed responsibility for this attack. This is the reason why the mystery regarding this incident has deepened even further. Security agencies are investigating from both Boko Haram and ISWAP angles.
How dangerous has jihadi violence become in Nigeria?
According to the United Nations, Nigeria has been facing a jihadist insurgency since 2009. More than 40,000 people have died so far. About 20 lakh people have been forced to leave their homes. Although violence has reduced somewhat compared to before, now it is feared to increase again. This violence has spread to neighboring countries like Niger, Chad and Cameroon.
Are the scary times of Maiduguri returning again?
Army vehicles, checkpoints and heavy security deployment are still common in Maiduguri. This blast may be an indication that Jihadi organizations are trying to raise their heads again. Experts believe that Jihadi attacks may increase in the coming times, especially in rural areas. This blast in the Nigerian mosque is not just an attack, but a serious warning for the entire region. This explosion, which took place during the sacred time of Namaz, shows that the fire of terror has not been completely extinguished yet.