At least seven people were killed when a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, exploded during evening prayers on December 24.
Explosion at Maiduguri Mosque Kills Seven
At least seven people died when a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, exploded during evening prayers on Wednesday, December 24.
Security Forces Suspect Boko Haram
A representative of local security forces says members of the jihadist organization Boko Haram may be responsible, but no group has claimed responsibility to date. Local media report that Christian communities also fear similar attacks.
Casualty Figures and Witness Accounts
According to France24, the blast killed at least seven people. One eyewitness told AFP that he saw many wounded being carried to the hospital. Official casualty figures have not yet been released.
Nigeria’s Ongoing Struggle Against Jihadist Groups
The incident comes amid Nigeria’s continued conflict with Boko Haram, which has targeted religious sites across the country.
