Tunji Disu, the inspector-general of police has visited survivors of the recent bombings in Maiduguri, assuring residents that security has been “significantly tightened” following the deadly incidents.
The visit came a day after coordinated explosions rocked three locations in the Borno state capital, leaving 23 people dead and 108 others injured, according to the police command.
The attacks, which occurred at about 7:24pm on Monday, targeted the Monday Market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri teaching hospital, and the post office flyover.
During his visit, Disu was at the teaching hospital where he met injured victims and their families, offering condolences and reassurance.
He said the police are working to “identify and dismantle networks behind the attacks”.
At the Monday market, one of the blast sites, the police chief carried out an on-the-spot security assessment and engaged local operatives to review preparedness and strengthen coordinated response measures.
He also visited the Borno state government house and the police command headquarters as part of efforts to deepen collaboration between federal and state security agencies.
Speaking after the engagements, Disu stated that security has been reinforced across Maiduguri and surrounding areas, noting that “more patrols, closer monitoring, and joint operations” have been deployed to prevent further attacks.
