Special Forces of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in conjunction with some Nigerian Army (NA) have reportedly foiled a suicide bombing attack by Boko Haram Terrorists at the University of Maiduguri, Borno State last night, April 8.
it was reported that Boko Haram suicide bombers had tried to gain access into the University campus but were quickly detected by the NAF Special Forces.
Security source hinted that one of the vest worn by one of the suicide bombers detonated before he could gain access into the hostel, leading to a commotion.
it was gathered that there was no fatality except for the suicide bomber, whose counterparts immediately fled, when the NAF Special Forces and the NA troops opened fire on them.
It was learnt that NAF Agusta Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), went in pursuit of the fleeing Boko Haram’s following which an additional suicide bomber was identified and neutralized.
The NAF Agusta LUH was still searching for the other fleeing Boko Haram insurgents as at the time of filing this report.
Soldiers have advised members of the public, especially in the Northeast to be vigilant.
