Maiduguri curfew still in force, says army

The Nigerian army on Friday said the 9pm to 6am curfew imposed on Maiduguri, Borno state capital, was still in force.

Mustapha Anka, deputy director, army public relations, disclosed this in a statement.

Anka warned that drastic action would be taken against individuals found violating the curfew.

“It has come to the notice of headquarters, 7 division Nigerian army, Operation Lafiya Dole, that some members of the public violate orders on curfew imposed in Maiduguri and environs,” the statement read.

“Violations of curfew threaten the relative peace being enjoyed in Maiduguri town.

“Please be reminded that a legitimate curfew in Maiduguri imposed from 9pm to 6 am is still in force.

“The division wishes to inform the general public that despite the successes recorded against Boko Haram insurgents across the state, the fight against insurgency is not yet over.”

The statement said the curfew might be reviewed in future when the security situation in the state improved tremendously.

“The Borno state government and headquarters of the theatre Command will at the appropriate time review the curfew in line with prevailing security situation across the state,” the statement read.

“We wish to reiterate that anyone found flouting the orders will be arrested and prosecuted.

“All law abiding citizens and peace loving people of Borno are hereby advised to report any suspicious persons to the nearest military post, security agencies or Civilian Joint Task Force.”