In recent months, northern and central Nigeria have seen an upsurge in attacks by jihadist groups and armed criminal gangs, responsible for kidnapping, looting and murder.
“The suicide bomber died instantly leaving one passerby injured,“ the emergency agency said in a statement, adding that the explosive device had detonated as the bomber attempted to enter the military post.
“A thorough investigation has been launched, including a detailed forensic analysis, to determine the exact cause and nature of the explosion,“ police spokesperson said Monday.
Abuja has in the past witnessed bombings claimed by Boko Haram.
The last major attack in the capital took place in July 2022, when Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters blasted their way into a prison outside Abuja with explosives, killing five people and freeing 879 inmates, although almost half were recaptured in the following days.
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