At least 23 people were killed and more than 100 others injured in a series of suspected suicide attacks in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, local authorities confirmed on Sunday. The attacks targeted crowded markets and residential areas, causing widespread panic among residents.

Witnesses described chaotic scenes as emergency services rushed to evacuate the wounded. Several buildings sustained severe damage, and first responders struggled to reach some of the hardest-hit areas due to debris and ongoing security concerns.

Local hospitals reported receiving dozens of critically injured individuals, with doctors appealing for additional medical supplies and support to handle the surge in casualties. Officials have also imposed heightened security measures across the city to prevent further attacks.

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While no group has immediately claimed responsibility, regional authorities and security analysts suspect involvement by Islamist insurgents, including the Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) factions, which have previously carried out similar attacks in the region.

This incident marks the latest in a series of deadly assaults in northeastern Nigeria, where insurgent activity has persisted for over a decade. Humanitarian organizations continue to warn of worsening security and displacement issues, as thousands of residents live in temporary shelters due to previous attacks.

Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Investigations are ongoing, with security forces working to track down the perpetrators and prevent further violence in Maiduguri and surrounding communities.

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