The Nigerian Army has clarified that the recent explosions at Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri were not caused by a terrorist attack, but by extreme heat conditions.
The explosions, which occurred on the night of April 30, 2025, resulted from high temperatures causing munitions stored in the barracks’ armoury to detonate.
In a statement, the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, reassured the public that the situation had been quickly brought under control. He confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported from the explosion. The Borno State Fire Service, along with other security agencies, worked swiftly to extinguish the fire and secure the area.
The military also urged residents of Maiduguri to remain calm and disregard any rumors suggesting an external attack. This official explanation aims to ease public concern and reinforces the Nigerian military’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the region.
