Breaking: Livestock Market with Explosion

An explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) occurred at the Buni Yadi market in Gujba Local Government Area, Yobe State, around 12:30 pm.

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The blast injured a girl, who is receiving medical care at a local facility.

Captain Muhammad Shehu, spokesman for the Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, confirmed that the incident was caused by a planted IED rather than a suicide bombing.

He also reported that the Army successfully detonated a second IED found at the market.

The attack highlights ongoing security concerns in the region, located 54 kilometers from Damaturu, the state capital.