Many feared dead and dozens injured early Monday when twin explosions hit the University of Maiduguri, in Borno state, according to eye witnesses.

Someone who was at the scene of the explosions reported that the first explosion occurred during early morning congregational prayer.

Borno state Commissioner of Police, Damian Isuku, who also confirmed the incident said the state police command has mobilized its men and officers to the scene of the blasts for on the spot assessment of the situation.