Chidi Samuel || Three female suicide bombers on Friday night attacked a community in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State, North-east Nigeria, killing at least 15 people and injuring others.
The explosions occurred within and inside the market, according to a man who witnessed the explosions.
“We all ran for safety after the first thunderous blast occurred. Many people I know were killed in the attack,” he said.
A source at the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) confirmed the attack.
The source, who is a member of the SEMA evacuation team, said the suicide bombers carried out the attack at about 9:30 pm.
According to him, not less than 15 persons were killed, while 18 sustained injuries.
He added that victims with minor injuries are being treated in Konduga while those who lost their lives and people in critical condition have been moved to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital and Maiduguri general hospital.