Bomb blast in Bauchi centre Market

bomb explosion has occurred at a market in Bauchi

State, hours after a blast killed nearly 20 people in

Gombe State.

Details of the latest attack are sketchy, but one witness

said the blast occurred at about 5:30 p.m. as traders

were preparing to close for the day.

Witnesses said the explosion occurred near a police

outpost inside the market.

The police spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed,

confirmed the attack but said he had no details yet.

Some witnesses said at least 15 people were killed in

the attack.

The blast came hours after another explosion killed 19

people in neighbouring Gombe State.

Police said the Gombe attack occurred at a crowded bus

station, and that 25 people were injured.

A similar attack occurred in Gombe October 31 killing

23 people.

More details later.