Friday, December 26, 2025 -The Nigerian Army's Joint Task Force East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has confirmed that Boko Haram was behind the bomb at a mosque located within Gamboru Market in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Five worshippers were k!lled and 35 others injured when a
suicide bomber detonated explosives at the mosque during Maghrib prayers on
Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer,
Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, who disclosed
this in a statement on Thursday, December 25, said troops and other security
agencies have intensified surveillance and security measures within Maiduguri
and surrounding areas.
“Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) wishes to inform the general
public of an explosion incident that occurred at about 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 24
December 2025, at a mosque located within Gamboru Market in Maiduguri
Metropolitan Council (MMC), while Muslim faithfuls were observing evening
prayers,” the statement read.
Preliminary findings indicated that the incident was caused
by a suspected Boko Haram Terrorist (BHT) suicide bomber, who detonated an
improvised explosive device, k!lling himself and 2 civilians on the scene.
"Troops, in conjunction with the Nigeria Police
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team, other sister security agencies, Borno
State Government and NEMA responded promptly, secured, and cordoned off the
affected area to prevent further harm and ensure public safety. Casualties were
immediately evacuated to the General Hospital and the Teaching Hospital in
Maiduguri for prompt medical attention.
"A total of 32 civilians sustained varying degrees of
injuries. Regrettably, 2 of the injured civilians were later confirmed d3ad at
the hospital, while 2 others are currently in critical condition. The remaining
injured persons are stable and receiving appropriate medical care.
"Troops and other security agencies have since
intensified surveillance and security measures within Maiduguri and surrounding
areas. Members of the public are advised to remain calm and security conscious
especially during the yuletide season.
"The public is also urged to be on the look out for
teenagers with suspicious looks. It is advised to avoid crowded places and
maintain extra vigilance at religious places, especially churches during the
yuletide period. Citizens are urged to promptly report any suspicious persons
or activities to the nearest security post.
“OPHK commiserates with the families of the deceased and
assures the public of its continued commitment to safeguarding lives and
property.”
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