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Shekau Claims Responsibility For Maiduguri’s Attack

Abubakar Shekau, leader of Boko Haram, has claimed responsibility for the attack that rocked Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State on Tuesday, February 23.

10 persons were killed in the attack that involved the use of mortars and rockets.

Eko Hot Blog had reported that the insurgents launched multiple missiles and engaged the military stationed at the outskirts of the state capital.

The Missiles were said to have landed in Gwange, Bulabulin, Adam Kolo, and Molai areas of the town leading to the deaths of many residents, Eons Intelligence reports.

In reaction to the happening, a five-minute and thirty-two seconds-long video was released on Thursday, February 25, Shekau said an infiltration team carried out the attack.

Shekau in the video also denied claims of owning the farm that was recently discovered in Sambisa forest.

Stephen Jesuwale

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