Sallah: Army restricts movement in Borno

The Nigerian Army has announced the restriction of vehicular movements during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration in Borno State.
The restriction order covers the entire state, a statement said on Tuesday.
The statement said all movements using vehicles, bicycles and animals such as horses, camels and donkeys in Maiduguri, the state capital, will be restricted as from 5pm on Wednesday (today).
Similarly, all vehicular movements into and out of Maiduguri town will also be restricted within the period until further notice.
A statement signed by the Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Tukur Ismail Gusau, said the decision was in line with the new resolve of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies in Operation LAFIYA DOLE to ensure that the people of Borno State enjoy a hitch free Sallah celebration.
The statement added: “Thanks for your continuous cooperation and support. Together we shall will the war against terrorism and insurgency within the shortest possible time.”