Boko Haram IED Attack Claims 17 Lives, Injures Over 20 in Konduga

Boko Haram IED Attack Claims 17 Lives, Injures Over 20 in Konduga

At least 17 people have been killed and over 20 injured after a suspected Boko Haram suicide bomber targeted a market in Konduga, Borno State, northeastern Nigeria.

The incident occurred on Wednesday night in the Kawuri community, located approximately 50 kilometers from Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.

Zagazola reports that the attack took place around 8:00 am on July 31st. A suspected Boko Haram terrorist detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), resulting in the deaths of 17 people and injuring more than 20 others.

The bomber had reportedly worked in the community for several days before carrying out the attack.

Response teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to evacuate the injured victims for medical treatment, while the bodies of the deceased were taken to the Primary Health Care Center.

The Police Explosive Ordnance Device (EOD) team was also deployed to the area to ensure the site was free from any additional explosives. Normalcy has been restored, and joint security teams are on high alert to prevent further incidents.

This latest attack underscores the ongoing threat posed by Boko Haram in the region and the continued efforts by security forces to combat the militant group.