The May 2011 northern Nigeria bombings happened in several towns in northern Nigeria on 29 May 2011. The blasts happened just a few hours after Goodluck Jonathan was sworn in as Nigeria's president.[1] Boko Haram was suspected in the attacks.[2]
The first explosion struck the Zuba International Market in Abuja, killing two people (including a young girl) and injuring 11 others. Three blasts also struck the Mammy Market in Bauchi, near the headquarters of Nigeria's 33rd Artillery Brigade. Thirteen died and 40 were injured.[1] No soldiers were injured.[3] Two bombs also went off in Zaria, seriously injuring four.[1]
Another explosion targeted a military vehicle in Maiduguri.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d Bomb blasts rock Nigeria, 15 killed, 55 injured Daily Independent, 30 May 2011.
- ^ More bombs follow Nigeria inauguration UPI, 30 May 2011.
- ^ 13 Killed, 40 Injured in Bauchi Bomb Tragedy