Title: Maiduguri Blasts: Northern Governors Demand End to Terror Date Published: 17 March 2026 Description: The Northern States Governors’ Forum has condemned the deadly explosions that struck Maiduguri on Monday, describing the attacks as barbaric and targeting innocent civilians.The blasts occurred almost simultaneously at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital gate, the Monday Market Roundabout, and the Post Office area, leaving several people dead and many others injured.In a statement, the forum’s chairman and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the government and people of Borno State, particularly families of the victims.He described the incident as a senseless act aimed at spreading fear and destabilising the North-East, stressing that it must be condemned in the strongest terms.Yahaya also sympathised with the injured and commended first responders and security agencies for their swift action.The forum reaffirmed its commitment to working with the Federal Government and security agencies to tackle terrorism and restore lasting peace in the region.Residents were urged to remain calm, vigilant, and support authorities with credible information, as efforts continue to bring the perpetrators to justice. Attached Images: 7b0de9a3f55b92433a94afe82da2bd2de43fddf6af07aaf20459ac1211c04291.jpg Attached Video: None