BREAKING: BOKO HARAM ATTACKS MAIDUGURI FEW HOURS TO THE ELECTION …Nigerian army fight back,

Multiple explosions were heard in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital in Northeast Nigeria on Saturday morning.

Our reporters observed that the explosions started around 5:52am. As at the time of filing this report,  more than eight explosions were said to have been heard.

According to our correspondents, the explosions occurred around Molai, Dambo’a road, Bulumkutu and Njimtilo road axis.

But it was gathered that gunfire and explosions were also heard from other parts of Maiduguri metropolis.

Nigerians are going to the polls today to elect a new president and their representatives at the National Assembly.

Residents of Maiduguri were seen scampering for dear lives.

According to Salkida, a journalist allegedly known to have direct access to boko haram leadership says over ten explosions by suicide bombers and other Boko Haram insurgents began at around 5:50 am.

The Nigerian army, however, fought back as they were prevented from penetrating the main city.

According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, elections are expected to begin at 8 am.