Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has imposed a 24-hour curfew across the state.
The curfew followed the killing of 16 people in a bomb blast at Kawori Market, Konduga area of the state on Wednesday by suspected Boko Haram members.
In a statement on Thursday, the state police public relations officer, Nahum Daso, said the decision was taken after the state security meeting presided over by the governor.
The statement titled “imposition of curfew” noted that the bomb explosion prompted Mr Zulum to consult with top security officials before implementing this measure.
Mr Daso explained that the curfew aims to restore law, order and ensure public safety.
“In view of the constitutional mandate of the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security and law enforcement agencies towards the 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 an improvised explosive devices ordinance device, which led to the deaths of [16] persons while several others were critically injured and on admission across various government hospitals in the state.
“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 it’s expedient to declare a 24-hour curfew in the state with immediate effect.
The spokesperson urged residents to stay calm and adhere to the curfew. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
“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”, he added.
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