At least 23 people have been confirmed dead and 108 others injured following three explosions in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, police authorities said on Tuesday.

The attacks, which occurred on Monday night, were reportedly carried out by suspected suicide bombers using improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The blasts targeted the Maiduguri Monday Market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and the Post Office Flyover area.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Nahum Kenneth-Daso, said the incidents took place at about 7:24 p.m. and described them as coordinated attacks.

“Preliminary investigation reveals that the incidents were carried out by suspected suicide bombers. Regrettably, a total of 23 persons lost their lives, while 108 others sustained varying degrees of injuries,” he said.

Kenneth-Daso added that security agencies, including police tactical units and the military, were swiftly deployed to the affected locations. The areas were secured and cordoned off, while the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit conducted thorough sweeps to eliminate any further threats.

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Naziru Abdulmajid, visited the scenes to assess the situation and oversee response efforts. He expressed condolences to the victims and their families, while reassuring residents of the command’s commitment to maintaining security.

Emergency responders evacuated the injured to nearby medical facilities, with support from federal and state emergency management agencies.

Authorities said calm has since been restored in Maiduguri, although security presence has been intensified across the city and surrounding areas to prevent further incidents.

The attacks mark a significant setback for the city, which had experienced relative peace over the past year after prolonged insurgent violence was largely pushed to rural areas.

Insurgent groups operating in northeastern Nigeria have recently intensified their activities, carrying out a series of attacks in the region. The renewed violence is believed to be linked to ongoing military operations in forested strongholds.

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum condemned the attacks, describing them as “barbaric,” and suggested they may be a reaction to sustained military pressure on insurgents.

Maiduguri, once a hotspot for frequent bombings and shootings, had seen a notable decline in violence in recent years. However, sporadic attacks have continued both within the city and in surrounding communities.

Security analysts warn that the latest incident could signal a resurgence of urban attacks if not swiftly contained.