Beware Suicide Bombers Targeting Civilian Homes, Says Army

The Nigerian army has issued a public warning about new tactics being employed by suicide bombers against civilians in their own homes, reports the Guardian (Lagos).

For example, a military spokesman cited a recent incident in Maiduguri in northeastern Nigeria, when suicide bombers knocked on the doors of houses. They blew up their explosive vests when the occupants answered, he said.

Two civilians and the bombers died in the blasts.

He urged citizens to set up neighborhood...