IED event in Nigeria on Wed 18th March 2026

Armed bandits blow up bridges linking Wawa and Luma in Borgu, security operations affected 

By: Zagazola Makama 

Armed bandits and insurgents have destroyed sections of two bridges connecting Wawa District and Luma District in Borgu LGA, Niger State, security sources confirmed.

The incident occurred at about 0200hrs on Wednesday when the attackers used improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to blow off parts of the bridges, which are located inside the Kainji Lake National Park forest. 

The bridges are the only access route linking the two communities and Agwara LGA, raising concerns about disruptions to security operations along the corridor.

Authorities said combined security agencies are making urgent efforts to reach the second bridge, while monitoring continues by the New-Bussa Division to prevent further attacks and secure the route.