Barkindo Saidu, director-general of Borno State Emergency Management Agency , confirmed the figure to NAN on Sunday.Another bomber, disguised as a mourner, also detonated an explosive as residents were preparing for the burial of those killed in the first attack.
Saidu said “19 people” were seriously injured in the attacks while 23 others are waiting for military escort in the Medical Regimental Services clinic. “I am now coordinating for a chopper tonight. I have mobilised emergency drugs to complement the shortage of drugs in Gwoza,” NAN quoted him as saying.“I have also received a report that there is a suspected suicide bomber in Pulka.
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