Police authorities in Borno State have successfully recovered three projectiles in Maiduguri, thereby preventing a potential explosion.
The spokesperson for the Borno Police Command, Nahum Daso, confirmed that the projectiles were discovered in the Dala Kafanti area of Maiduguri, the capital of the north-eastern state.
“On January 2, 2025, at approximately 0925 hours, the Command received a report from a resident, Asabe James, of Dala Kafanti area in Maiduguri. She reported spotting a suspicious sack containing unidentified items behind her house. Following this report, the Command’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) Base 13 in Maiduguri promptly moved to the location. The area was cordoned off and swept, leading to the recovery of three projectiles within the sack,” Daso stated in a release issued on Thursday.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the ordnance was placed at the location by unknown individuals during the early hours of the same day.
As part of the response, community members were educated on Explosive Ordnance Risk Awareness (EORE) and safety protocols. The police emphasised the importance of vigilance and immediate reporting of any suspicious objects or activities to authorities.
This incident underscores the critical role of public awareness and cooperation in maintaining safety and preventing security threats in the region.
READ THE FULL POLICE STATEMENT BELOW:
BORNO STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE
02/01/2025
BORNO STATE POLICE COMMAND AVERTS THE EXPLOSION AND RECOVERS THREE (3) PROJECTILES.
The Borno State Police Command under the leadership of CP Yusufu Mohammed Lawal PSC has reiterated its efforts in ensuring public safety with the recent achievement in the recovery of 3 projectiles in Dala, Maiduguri.
BRIEF OF INCIDENT
On 2nd January 2025, at about 0925HRS, following a report received from one Asabe James of Dala Kafanti Area Maiduguri – Borno State reported to the command that she sighted a suspicious sack containing unidentified items behind her house, on receipt of the information, the Command EOD-CBRN Base 13 Maiduguri, swiftly moved to the scene, cordoned and swept the area, where three (3) projectiles were recovered in the sack.
Preliminary Investigations further reveal that the Ordnance were dropped by unknown persons in the first flush of the morning on the same day.
Community members were further sensitized on Explosive Ordnance Risk Awareness (EORE) and Safety measures.
SAFETY TIPS
1. Stay calm: Keep your composure to think clearly and react appropriately.
2. Be aware of your surroundings: Take note of your location, the explosive’s location, and potential escape routes.
3. Maintain a safe distance: Keep a safe distance from the explosive to minimize the risk of injury.
4. Do not touch or approach the explosive: Never touch, move, or try to dispose of the explosive yourself.
5. Evacuate the area: Clear the area immediately and advise others to do the same.
6. Report to the police or authorities: Call the police or local authorities and provide them with as much information as possible.
7. Provide details and location: Share your location, describe the explosive, and provide any other relevant details.
CONCLUSION
The Borno State Commissioner of Police CP Yusufu Mohammed Lawal further reassures the Command’s commitment to ensuring Public safety and security.
In this regard, members of the public are advised to remain calm and be vigilant, and report any suspicious objects or activities in their domain through the following emergency contacts: 0806 807 5581, 0802 347 3293.
ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso Anipr,
Police Public Relations Officer,
Borno State Command.