A bomb blast occurred at a Nigerian Secondary School earlier today which killed 48 students and injured scores of others.

The culprit has been identified by authorities as a suicide bomber who wore the school’s uniform allowing him to blend in and carry out his nefarious purpose.

The incident occurred at the Government Science Secondary School in Potiskum, Yobe State: and the students were gathered at morning assembly waiting for a routine address from the principal when the blast went off.

Several died instantly, whilst many more were carried away by emergency services, most of whom had limbs torn off. The death toll has been pegged at 48, whilst about 79 more are injured.

The students are believed to range between ages 11 and 20, with around 2,000 being the number of those who were gathered at the ill-fated assembly.

Nigeria has been hit with several similar attacks in recent times, as terrorist group Boko Haram steps up the offensive. Though they haven’t officially taken credit yet, there can be little doubt they were responsible for the attack.

In a swift response, the Presidency has issued a statement meant to assure the Nigerian populace, affirming that action would be taken against all those perpetuating terror in pursuant of their political goals.

The statement reads…

“President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan extends heartfelt commiserations to the Government and people of Yobe state on the death of many students in a bomb attack on Potiskum earlier today.

President Jonathan also conveys his deepest sympathies to all parents who lost their beloved children in the heinous attack on the Government Science Secondary School which appears to have been carried out by a suicide bomber.

The President condemns the dastardly murder of the students on their school’s assembly ground as they prepared to begin another week of study in pursuit of a better life for themselves and their families.

He assures the grieving parents and people of Yobe state that no matter how long it takes, the Federal Government will ensure that all those responsible for the senseless murder of so many promising youngsters and the continuing acts of terrorism across the country are brought to justice and made to pay for their atrocious crimes.

The President similarly assures all Nigerians that in spite of seeming setbacks, his Administration remains fully committed to winning the war against insurgency and terrorism.

Nigeria, President Jonathan affirms, will ultimately overcome the current security challenges imposed by domestic terrorists and their foreign allies, with the dedication of its Armed Forces and national security agencies, as well as the continued support and cooperation of all patriotic citizens”