People inspect the scene of a deadly bomb explosion inside a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Jossy Ola) - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)
A bomb exploded during evening prayers at a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, resulting in five fatalities and 35 injuries.
Police in Borno state described the incident as a likely suicide attack, citing the discovery of suspected suicide vest fragments at the scene.
The bombing is the latest in a series of attacks in Nigeria's northern region, which is plagued by armed groups including Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province.
Although no group has claimed responsibility, the use of suicide bombers is frequently attributed to Boko Haram, which has previously carried out similar attacks.
Analysts note that while Boko Haram's use of suicide bombers had decreased, recent incidents suggest a potential resurgence of this tactic by the militant group.
