There is apprehension in the Borno State capital, Maiduguri, as Boko Haram terrorists have invaded the metropolitan city on the eve of Sallah, setting some houses on fire.
There are sounds of gunshots and explosion in different parts of the city, especially around Jiddari Polo area as troops engage the terrorists in gun battle especially around Molai and Jiddari.
Sources said that residents are currently fleeing in different directions amidst the confusion in the city.
The source said: “At least 3 loud explosions were heard in Maiduguri. Heavy shooting ongoing now, civilian are fleeing their homes running towards Damboa and old GRA.”
A resident said over the telephone that he was trapped as a result of the situation.
“I am currently trapped. I can’t go home now. Can you hear the sounds of gunshot from this background?” he said.
The insurgents struck when Muslim faithful were about to break their Ramadan fast.
The military later repelled the attack but the extent of damages could not be ascertained as of this time.
This story first appeared in Daily Trust, https://dailytrust.com/breaking-gunshots-as-boko-haram-set-houses-on-fire-in-maiduguri
