By Abdullahi Inuwa
A sudden explosion rocked Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri on Tuesday night, following an unexpected detonation of ordnance in one of the military’s ammunition storage facilities—an incident the Nigerian Army has attributed to soaring temperatures in the region.
In a statement issued by Captain Reuben Kovangiya, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for Operation HADIN KAI, the Army confirmed that the explosion was not caused by any attack or hostile action, but rather by excessive heat that triggered the ignition of stored munitions.
“The situation has been brought under control,” the statement read. “Thanks to the swift response from the Borno State Fire Service and support from other fire units belonging to security agencies, the flames were successfully contained.”
To ensure public safety, troops from Operation HADIN KAI have been deployed around the area to maintain order and prevent opportunistic activities by miscreants.
The Army is urging residents of Maiduguri to disregard any circulating rumors of an attack within the metropolitan council. “There is no cause for panic. The public is advised to remain calm and continue with their daily activities,” Captain Kovangiya emphasized.
The incident comes amid a period of intense heat in Borno State, with authorities now placing emphasis on precautionary measures for sensitive installations.
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