Police Successfully Defuse Bomb Threat at University of Maiduguri Entrance

Police successfully defused an improvised explosive device detected at the entrance of the University of Maiduguri, specifically Gate one.

Dec 6, 2023 - 13:34 Updated: Dec 6, 2023 - 14:06

Police Successfully Defuse Bomb Threat at University of Maiduguri Entrance

In a swift and decisive action, the Police in Maiduguri averted a potentially catastrophic situation on Monday as they successfully diffused an improvised explosive device (IED) discovered at the entrance of the University of Maiduguri, specifically Gate one.

Responding promptly, the anti-bomb squad personnel were dispatched to the scene, effectively defusing the potentially dangerous explosive device.

The discovery of the IED near Gate 1 entrance triggered panic among staff and students, particularly those currently writing their end-of-session exams.

Investigations reveal that the Police Explosives Ordinance Disposal (EOD) operatives secured the area, maintaining a cordon until they safely neutralized the explosives.

Munir Hassan Nababa, a representative of the Student Union Government, informed Yerwa Express News that despite initial panic, the situation in the school is now calm and firmly under control.

As at time of press, both the university and security authorities have not issued any statements regarding the incident!