Nigerian Man Confesses: "I Was Paid $120 to Bomb Mosque"

A suspected terrorist has admitted to being paid 100,000 Nigerian Naira (approximately $120 USD) to carry out a deadly attack on a mosque in northeast Nigeria. The suspect, identified as Ibrahim Mohammed, confessed to authorities that he was hired to bomb the mosque while worshippers were inside. The attack was planned for Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. Borno State is the region most affected by the long-running insurgency led by the jihadist group Boko Haram and its factions. The group is known for targeting religious sites and civilians. Mohammed's confession reveals the use of financial incentives to recruit individuals for specific, high-casualty attacks. Security analysts note this tactic exploits local economic desperation. Authorities have not stated when the planned attack was to occur or if any arrests of the alleged financiers have been made. The investigation is ongoing.