Senator Ndume Condemns "Barbaric" Maiduguri Suicide Attacks as Military Warns of Potential Infiltration Ahead of Eid

Senator Ali Ndume condemns the "inhumane" suicide bombings in Maiduguri and joins the Nigerian Army in calling for vigilance ahead of Eid celebrations.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 17, 2026, 4:24 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Politics Nigeria

A Legislative Condemnation of Urban Terrorism

Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has issued a forceful condemnation of the multiple suicide explosions that rocked Maiduguri on Monday evening. Describing the attacks as a "direct assault on innocent citizens," Ndume categorized the violence as barbaric and inhumane. The blasts, which targeted high-density areas including the Monday Market and the vicinity of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), struck at approximately 7:02 p.m., causing widespread panic. From Saudi Arabia, where he is currently performing Umrah, the Senator emphasized that such acts are designed to destabilize the state’s recovering peace and inflict maximum psychological distress on the civilian population.

Solidarity with State Leadership Amid Crisis

In his official statement, Senator Ndume expressed deep empathy for Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, noting the immense "pain and burden" the state leadership faces during such tragedies. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and offered prayers for those receiving emergency medical treatment at UMTH. According to Ndume, the resilience of the Borno people is being tested once again by these coordinated assaults. He urged the state government and residents to remain steadfast, promising that the collective spirit of the people would not be broken by the actions of extremist elements seeking to roll back the gains of the last several years.

Military Warnings of Sustained Suicide Bomber Deployment

The Nigerian Army has corroborated the severity of the situation, issuing a stern warning regarding the potential deployment of additional suicide bombers into the city. Military intelligence suggests that suspected Boko Haram elements are attempting to infiltrate Maiduguri in waves to target crowded public locations, including the Post Office area and the entrances to major hospitals. According to military reports, the objective of these coordinated assaults is to maximize casualties and spread mass panic within the urban core. Security forces have been placed on a state of high alert, with emergency responders including the Federal Fire Service actively managing the aftermath of the initial strikes.