Army Warns Nigerians Of B'Haram New
Bombing Tactics



The Defence Headquarters has warned
Nigerians that Boko Haram militants have
devised new tactics of inflicting harm on
innocent people.
Vanguard reports that the warning was
contained in a statement made by Colonel
Rabe Abubakar, the Defence spokesperson, on
Monday, December 21.
According to the military, some of new tactics
that terrorists use include crying, feigning
pains and shouting to attract sympathy from
unsuspecting public before bombing them.
“When a lot of people of goodwill gather to
render help in the process, the suicide bomber
detonates bombs which they conceal under
their clothes. The recent suicide bombing in
Damaturu is instructive.
“Similarly, suicide bombers used monetary
incentives and other inducements especially
in crowded places to lure innocent citizens in
order to cause colossal damage to both lives
and property. Yola suicide incident is fresh in
our memory,” he said.
Colonel Abubakar further advised Nigerians to
be wary of such tactics of the militants who
are now desperate and want to perpetuate
fear in the minds of the populace by using
any means.
“The Defence Headquarters also warns
citizens to be extra vigilant and wary of
terrorist malevolence in such places as parks,
worship centres and recreation spots
particularly in this festive period. Citizens are
advised to report suspicious persons or
objects to security agencies for prompt
action,” he added.
The Nigerian army has informed citizens that
a child suicide bomber attacked Benisheikh in
Borno state, killing nine people.
Confirming the attack, the army spokesperson,
Sani Usman, revealed that 24 others
sustained various degrees of injuries. He also
called for security consciousness among
citizens especially during the festive period.