Eight killed as terrorists bomb Niger bridge
Eight people have been confirmed dead after terrorists detonated an improvised explosive device along Luma Road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The attack took place in the early hours of Monday. The terrorists also blew up a major bridge linking the Luma, Babana and Agwara communities. The bridge is a vital route for residents, especially traders who travel to the Babana border market, which holds every Monday. A local source said the bombing of the bridge happened at about 5am. The source explained that the destruction has cut off villagers from other communities and stopped them from reaching the Monday market to trade. The attackers were also said to have detonated bombs between Rafingiwa and Babana, and another between Woro and Kaiama. These multiple blasts forced residents to flee their homes in fear of further attacks. Chairman […]
