The United Nations and the United States of America have unequivocally condemned the devastating bomb attacks that rocked Tashan Mararaba, a town in Gwoza, Borno State. These attacks, carried out by suspected female suicide bombers, tragically claimed the lives of at least 18 innocent people. The affected areas included a wedding venue, a hospital, and a funeral gathering in Gwoza, which lies near the border with Cameroon.
According to Nahum Daso, the spokesperson for the Borno State Police Command, three blasts occurred on Saturday in Gwoza. The horrifying incident unfolded when a young lady, later identified as the bomber, detonated her explosive device amidst a crowd, causing chaos and destruction. The victims, all civilians, were returning from a wedding celebration when the attack occurred near a busy motorpark.
Saturday’s bombings mark a grim milestone—the first such attack in years since the notorious Boko Haram insurgency began its reign of terror across Nigeria in 2009. Notably, Boko Haram had previously targeted the United Nations building in 2010 and the bustling Nyanya motor park in Abuja in 2014.
President Bola Tinubu, in a statement issued by the Presidency, expressed his outrage and vowed to take decisive action against the perpetrators. He declared that his administration would redouble efforts to eradicate those who threaten the nation, disrupt law and order, and mercilessly claim precious lives. Tinubu’s strong condemnation underscores the urgency of addressing terrorism head-on.
In the same statement, Tinubu emphasized that these cowardly attacks were isolated incidents. He reassured the nation that his government would not allow fear, tears, sorrow, and blood to become the norm. Justice, he asserted, would prevail.
The United States Mission in Nigeria echoed the global sentiment, condemning the suicide bombings in Gwoza. In a post on its official X.com account, the mission decried the cruel disregard for human lives displayed by the perpetrators. The U.S. pledged to collaborate with Nigeria to bring the violent offenders to justice.
