Residents of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, were jolted awake by a series of loud explosions that occurred around midnight on Wednesday, May 1, 2025.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as terrified locals fled their homes, fearing a potential terrorist attack. Many initially speculated that the explosions could be linked to Boko Haram, a terrorist group with a long history of attacks in the region.
However, unconfirmed reports suggest that the blasts may have originated from a fire outbreak at the Giwa Barracks armory, raising concerns about an accidental detonation of munitions stored at the military facility.
Authorities have yet to issue an official statement, and the situation remains fluid as emergency services and security forces assess the damage and potential casualties.
This is a developing story. More updates to follow.
