A devastating bomb explosion occurred at a mosque in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, during evening prayers on December 24, 2025, leaving multiple people feared dead and several others injured. The blast happened at the Gamboru Market area, a densely populated region, and witnesses described the scene as chaotic with people fleeing and others attempting to rescue victims ¹ ² ³.

The exact number of casualties is yet to be confirmed, but reports indicate that at least four people were killed and 14 others injured. The Borno State Police Command has cordoned off the area to prevent further incidents and facilitate investigations ².

The attack is suspected to be linked to Boko Haram or its offshoot, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), which have previously targeted mosques and crowded areas in Maiduguri. This incident comes amid concerns about the resurgence of insurgent activities in the region ⁴ ⁵ ⁶.