Nigeria Blasts

Death toll of Nigeria suicide blasts rises to 56

A total of 56 people lost their lives and 177 others were injured in Friday`s twin blasts that hit a crowded market in northeast Nigeria, a local official said Saturday.

Dec 11, 2016, 07:02 AM IST

Deadly explosions rock Maiduguri, NE Nigeria

The "huge explosions" happened yesterday in the Ajilari Cross area of the city, which has been targeted by similar attacks twice in the last month, including on September 20 when at least 117 were killed.

Oct 14, 2015, 03:26 AM IST

At least 100 killed in Sunday blasts: Nigeria defence group

Members of a civilian defense group say more than 100 people were killed in coordinated bombings by Islamic extremists in northeastern Nigeria on Sunday.

Sep 22, 2015, 22:04 PM IST