The Borno State government has imposed a 24-hour curfew starting immediately due to security concerns following a recent IED attack in Konduga and escalating violence linked to ongoing nationwide protests.
The blast, which occurred at a local tea joint, killed 16 people and injured several others, Police confirmed.
Spokesperson for the Borno Police Command, Nahum Kenneth Daso, announced the curfew on Thursday.
“In view of the constitutional mandate of the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security and law enforcement agencies toward preservation of law and order in the state. You are all aware of the incident that took place at kawori which was the detonation of improvise explosive devices ordinance device which lead to the death of (16) persons while several others were critically injured and on admission across various Government hospitals in the state,” Daso said.
Governor Babagana Zulum, after consulting with security officials, announced the curfew to restore peace and ensure public safety.
“In line with our constitutional mandate towards the restoration of law and order, His Excellency, the executive Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Umar Zulum in consultation with heads of security in the state, finds its expedient to declare 24hrs curfew in the state with immediate effect,” he added.
Residents have been instructed by Authorities to stay calm and follow the law during this period.
“I therefore, wish to call upon the good people of Borno State to remain calm and law abiding. Further developments will be communicated to you accordingly please,” the statement concluded.
