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Nigeria Police Investigate Blast Outside Army Barracks In Abuja

Tuesday May 27, 2025|

Nigerian police said on Monday that they were investigating an explosion outside an army barracks in the centre of the capital Abuja and that one person was receiving medical attention in hospital after the incident.

The police said in a statement that its Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit had been sent to the scene, which was cordoned off for analysis and to ensure the safety of commuters.

The Nigerian Army said the blast occurred at a bus stop outside its Mogadishu Barracks, which also houses members of the air force and navy.

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