Insecurity: Death Toll Rises In Borno Female Suicide Bombing
Mayowa DurosinmiJune 30, 20241 Mins read263 
The death toll of the bomb that went off yesterday in Gwoza, Borno State, has increased to 18, leaving 42 others “seriously injured.”
The explosion was reportedly carried out by a female suicide bomber suspected to be a member of the terrorist group Boko Haram.
“The 19 people seriously injured were conveyed to Maiduguri in four ambulances, while 23 others are waiting for military escort in the Medical Regimental Services (MRS) Clinic.
“I am now coordinating for a chopper tonight. I have mobilised emergency drugs to complement the shortage of medicines in Gwoza. The degree of injuries ranges from abdominal raptures to skull and limb fractures.
“I have also received a report that there is a suspected suicide bomber in Pulka,” Mr Saidu said.
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