By Our Reporter
Eight people have been confirmed dead following a bomb attack by suspected terrorists along Luma Road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.
The attackers reportedly detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) in the early hours of Monday, killing the victims and causing widespread panic among residents.
In a related development, the assailants also destroyed a key bridge linking the Luma, Babana, and Agwara communities. The bridge serves as a major route for traders heading to the Babana border market, which operates every Monday.
Local sources said the attack occurred around 5:00 a.m., leaving the bridge severely damaged and cutting off access between several communities.
“The explosion has made it impossible for villagers to cross to neighbouring areas, especially those travelling to the Babana Monday Market,” a source said, adding that additional explosions were reported between Rafingiwa and Babana, as well as Woro and Kaiama.
The multiple blasts forced residents to flee their homes for safety.
Confirming the incident, the Chairman of Borgu Local Government Area, Alhaji Mohammed Nasir Abdullahi, said authorities were still assessing the extent of the damage.
“There was an attack by bandits, and we are working to verify the full magnitude. A bridge was damaged, and we have deployed officials to the area for assessment,” he said.