Borno Bomb Attacks: See what Tinubu Vows Nigeria Will Not Do
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vehemently denounced the bomb attacks in Gwoza local government area of Borno State, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries. He labeled these attacks as desperate terrorist acts and evidence of the pressure being applied against these groups, as well as the success in diminishing their capacity for attacks.
In a statement by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu emphasized that the perpetrators of these violent acts will face justice. He assured that these isolated incidents will not lead Nigeria into a period of fear, sorrow, and bloodshed. The president highlighted his administration’s commitment to securing the citizens and pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate those disrupting peace and taking innocent lives.
President Tinubu extended his condolences to the victims, their families, and the people of Borno State. Meanwhile, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar urged the federal government to prevent the North East from reverting to a “theatre of terrorism and extreme violence,” criticizing the government for not maintaining a strong stance against Boko Haram.
The US Mission in Nigeria also condemned the attacks, describing them as “acts of violence that show a cruel and heartless disregard for human life.” They extended their deepest condolences to the victims’ families and wished a full recovery to the injured.
The death toll from the suicide bomb attacks in Gwoza town has risen to 21, with 40 others sustaining various degrees of injuries. Initially, state police public relations officer (PPRO) ASP Nahum Daso reported eight deaths and 15 critical injuries. However, updates from Dr. Barkindo Saidu, Director General of Borno State Emergency Management Agency (BOSEMA), revealed that the number of dead had increased to 18 by Saturday night. Three more wounded persons were confirmed dead on Sunday, bringing the total to 21, with 41 others still receiving treatment.
Dr. Saidu detailed that the first bomb, detonated by a female suicide bomber during a marriage ceremony, caused numerous injuries and deaths. A subsequent blast occurred near General Hospital in the same town minutes later.
