A late-night explosion at Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri caused widespread panic, but the military insists extreme heat, not terrorism, was to blame.
- Blast occurred around 11:30 PM at Giwa Barracks’ ammo depot
- The army says high temperatures caused the explosion, not ISWAP
- No casualties confirmed; civilians nearby were relocated
- Drones deployed to assess damage and deter criminal activity
- The incident comes amid rising regional tension and ISWAP attacks
Though authorities are downplaying any link to terror groups, the timing of this blast—amid a resurgence in ISWAP violence—has unsettled many. Giwa Barracks is a well-known detention site for former insurgents, making it a symbolic and strategic target. Whether the cause was truly heat or something more sinister, the military’s swift containment suggests high alert status remains active in the region.
Heatwave or warning shot? As investigations continue, locals and observers alike are left wondering if this was an accident or something more. Join the conversation.
