Nigeria: Three injured as undetonated IED explodes in Yobe


At least three people have been hospitalized after an undetonated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.

The explosion occurred on Saturday in Ngomari Community, Buni Yadi, the headquarters of Gujba LGA. Boko Haram terrorists have a history of using IEDs to carry out attacks in the region, leaving behind unexploded devices that pose risks to residents.

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Source: Daily Post News


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