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Suicide Bombing: IGP Disu visits Maiduguri, promises residents better security

During the visit, Mr Disu assessed the Monday Market bombing site in Maiduguri.

• March 18, 2026

The inspector general of police, Olatunji Disu, on Tuesday visited victims of the recent improvised explosive device explosions receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

During the visit, Mr Disu assessed the Monday Market bombing site in Maiduguri.

The IGP also proceeded to the Government House and the police command headquarters to review ongoing security measures and strengthen coordinated response strategies.

He commiserated with the victims and their families and assured residents of the police’s determination to dismantle networks responsible for the attacks and prevent any recurrence.

The IGP restated that security in Maiduguri has been significantly tightened, with increased deployments, enhanced surveillance, and joint operational measures across the metropolis to forestall further threats and ensure public safety. 

(NAN)

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