The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of two suspects linked to the bombing incident at a mosque in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Military sources said the suspects were apprehended following an intelligence-led operation carried out in the early hours of Tuesday, after security operatives tracked them based on credible information connecting them to the attack.
Authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of the suspects’ involvement and to uncover any wider network behind the incident, adding that the arrested individuals are expected to provide key details to support ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the region.
The mosque bombing, which occurred recently in Maiduguri, left several worshippers dead and others injured, sparking widespread condemnation across the country and renewed calls for improved security measures in the North-East.
The attack adds to a long history of insurgency-related violence in Borno State, which has for years been at the centre of attacks on civilian targets, including places of worship, markets and residential areas, despite sustained military operations.
The Nigerian Army reiterated its commitment to securing communities in the region and urged residents to remain vigilant and continue providing timely information to security agencies as investigations continue.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
