Maiduguri Shaken by Unexpected Explosion at Giwa Barracks
Alarm Spreads in Maiduguri as Repeated Blasts Strike Giwa Barracks
Maiduguri, the heart of Borno State, experienced a jolt when a series of explosions echoed through the city in the wee hours of Thursday. The incident at Giwa Barracks raised an alarm that left residents on edge.
The series of blasts, which erupted around 12:05 am, created shockwaves in the nearby vicinity, compelling the people to evacuate their homes. A once peaceful night turned into a scene of flashing red lights and jarring noises, instilling a wave of fear among the residents.
Although the specific source of the fire is still under investigation, residents confirm that the explosions stemmed from the armory area of the Giwa Barracks.
Rakiya Garba, a local resident, shared her account with Punch, stating, "We're safe, but we're in a state of fear. The explosions seem to be coming from within the barracks. It doesn't feel like an attack because we're not hearing gunfire, but it's been sporadic explosions."
Despite the chaos, fire service personnel could be seen on the scene, their sirens resonating through the area as they worked to address the situation.
To reassure the public, the Deputy Governor of Borno State, Umar Kadafur, stepped forward with a message of calm. He verified that the explosions emerged as a result of a fire that broke out in the Giwa Barracks' armory, contradicting rumors suggesting a Boko Haram attack.
Kadafur further assured the residents of their safety and emphasized the active involvement of security forces managing the situation. He encouraged everyone to remain indoors.
For Your Consideration
- The root cause of the fire at the Giwa Barracks was extreme heat, which set off a chain reaction of explosions in the ammunition storage facility[1][2][5].
- The fire was effectively controlled through the joint efforts of local and military fire services[1][3].
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- The unexpected explosion at Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri, a city in Borno State, sent alarms rippling through the city, leaving residents on edge.
- The series of explosions, which erupted around 12:05 am, were traced to the armory area of Giwa Barracks, as confirmed by locals.
- Despite initial fears of a Boko Haram attack, the Deputy Governor of Borno State, Umar Kadafur, reassured the public that the explosions were a result of a fire that broke out in the Giwa Barracks' armory.
- In the aftermath of the explosions, reports of the root cause emerged, with extreme heat being identified as the trigger for the chain reaction of explosions.
- Efforts by local and military fire services effectively controlled the fire, bringing some sense of relief to the city.
- Amidst the chaos, political discussions arose, with the event becoming a topic of debate in general news segments, under the categories of crime and justice and war and conflicts.
- As daily life resumed in the vicinity of Giwa Barracks, stories of resilience and recovery emerged, offering glimpses of hope amidst the backdrop of Naija's ongoing challenges.
