The Nigerian Army has confirmed that the recent explosion at Giwa Barracks in Maiduguri was caused by extreme heat, not a hostile attack.
In a statement, Captain Reuben Kovangiya, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, explained that high temperatures led to the accidental detonation of munitions stored in the barracks’ ammunition depot.
“The explosion was due to the current high temperatures in Maiduguri, which caused some munitions to explode,” said Kovangiya.
He noted that emergency responders, including the Borno State Fire Service, quickly brought the situation under control.
Troops from Operation HADIN KAI have been deployed to maintain order, protect civilians, and deter criminal activity in the area.
The Army also urged residents to stay calm and ignore unfounded rumors suggesting the explosion was an attack.
“Please disregard any speculation of an attack in the Maiduguri Metropolitan Council,” the statement read.
