Uncertainty as troops repel Boko haram attack on maiduguri,many feared dead

By our Reporter

Today recorded heavy explosions and sporadic shootings echoed Tuesday evening in Maiduguri as Nigerian soldiers repelled an attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents.

It was learnt that sound of explosions were heard from artillery shooting and assault rifles echoing over the Borno State capital city.

The loud sounds of heavy firearms started at about 5:45 p.m. and continued for about an hour non stop.

It was also learnt from residents of Gwange Layin Bori said a rocket-propelled warhead that landed on their neighbourhood had inflicted ‘damages’ on the residents according to premium times report.

Rocket-propelled grenades also landed in Adam Kolo and Kaleri suburbs of Maiduguri where residents are reporting casualties and injuries.

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