Bomb Explosion Rocks Adamawa


Three bombs have exploded in Madagali town in the northern part of Adamawa State, killing many people.
DAILY TRUST reports that eye witnesses said three explosions occurred this morning at a crowded motor park on the outskirt of the town. Casualty figure is yet to be released.

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