Maiduguri Bomb Blasts: Northern Governors Condemn Attack, Demand End to Terro By Rabilu Abubakar, Gombe The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condemned the deadly bomb explosions that hit Maiduguri on Monday evening, describing the incident as barbaric and a direct attack on innocent lives. SPONSOR AD The explosions reportedly occurred almost simultaneously at the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, the Monday Market Roundabout and the Post Office area, leaving many feared dead and several others injured. In a statement issued in his capacity as NSGF chairman, Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State Park to expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and extended condolences to the government and people of Borno State, especially families who lost their loved ones. He described the attack as a senseless act of violence aimed at instilling fear and undermining the fragile peace in the North-East. “This heinous act is a cruel assault on our collective humanity and must be condemned in the strongest terms,” he said. Yahaya also sympathised with those injured and receiving treatment in hospitals, praying for their quick recovery. He commended first responders and security agencies for their prompt intervention in managing the aftermath of the blasts. The NSGF chairman reaffirmed the commitment of northern governors to work closely with the Federal Government and security agencies to combat terrorism and other criminal activities threatening the region’s peace and stability. He urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding, and to support security agencies with credible information to aid ongoing investigations. “Now more than ever, we must stand united against forces of terror. Our resolve to secure our region remains firm, and together we shall overcome these cowardly acts,” he added. The governor further called for intensified efforts to ensure that those responsible for the attacks are swiftly brought to justice, while praying for the repose of the souls of the victims.