According to news reports, the Composite
Group Air Force Base in Maiduguri, the
Maiduguri International Airport and other
places in Borno State were attacked in the
early hours of this morning by gunmen
believed to be members of Boko Haram.
The
gunmen, said to be over 300, attacked with
heavy artillery including Rocket Propelled
Grenade Launchers.
Several people were killed by the explosives
which the terrorist planted in targeted areas,
including the newly constructed trailer park
along Damaturu- Maiduguri road, military
check points, residential and public
buildings.
Some Boko Haram members and
securities operatives were killed in the attack.
The attack this morning has prompted a 24-
hour curfew in the city.
Only vehicles on
emergency calls and essential services are
allowed to move for now.
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