Two massive explosions that have left several people dead have occurred in Gombe Central Market, in Gombe State, according to confirmed reports.
The blasts occurred some minutes past 6pm on Thursday, according to witnesses. It was reported that the first explosion occurred around 6pm and a second one followed just a few minutes after.
To end the holy month of Ramadan and in preparation for Eid Al-Fitr celebrations which is expected to take place tomorrow, it is likely that the number of people around local markets at this time may be
higher than usual.
higher than usual.
The details of the blast are still however sketchy. We will keep you posted as more reports filter in.
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