At least people including a military personnel have been killed after two suicide bombers detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) at a wedding in Gwoza town, Borno State
Some of those killed include wedding guest while sixteen others were injured.
According to a survivor, the first bomber was carrying a baby on her back when she stormed the venue and detonated the device
A military source in Gwoza said the female suicide bomber crossed the road opposite the military base and immediately detonated the IED, killing a soldier in the process.
The terrorists reinforced and returned to the 192 Brigade but the Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled the attack. The bomber identified as a young mother in her twenties pretended to be a guest at the wedding.
While trying to evacuate the dead persons, another bomber disguised as a mourner detonated an IED at the burial ground, killing one person.
The injured are receiving treatment at the General Hospital in Gwoza.
The military has, as a result of the explosions, declared a curfew in Gwoza with immediate effect. The spokesperson of Sector One Operation Hadin Kai and 7 Division confirmed the incident but said no situation report yet from Gwoza.
