Borno State imposed a 24-hour curfew amid nationwide hunger protests and a bomb explosion that killed 16 people. The curfew, announced by State Police Command spokesperson Nahum Kenneth Daso, aims to maintain order and address security concerns. Governor Babagana Umar Zulum urges residents to comply for peace and safety.
The Borno State government has instituted a 24-hour curfew following ongoing nationwide hunger protests and a recent bomb explosion. Announced by State Police Command spokesperson Nahum Kenneth Daso on Thursday, the curfew aims to address escalating security concerns.
The curfew decision follows a bomb explosion at a local tea joint in Kawori on Wednesday, resulting in 16 confirmed deaths and multiple injuries. This incident has heightened fears of unrest, prompting swift action from the authorities.
“Given the constitutional mandate of the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security and law enforcement agencies toward the preservation of law and order in the state, the curfew is deemed necessary,” Daso stated. He emphasized the need for peace and security, urging residents to comply with the curfew.
Governor Babagana Umar Zulum, in consultation with security heads, found it imperative to enforce the curfew to maintain order. The government has appealed for calm, promising to keep the public informed of further developments.
As protests against hunger and poor governance continue across Nigeria, the curfew in Borno is a critical step to ensure public safety and prevent further violence.
