Army restrict vehicular movement in Maiduguri

The 7 Division, Nigerian Army, Maiduguri, yesterday, announced a two-day restriction of vehicular movements in Maiduguri and environs during the New Year and Eid-El-Maulud celebrations.
Colonel Sani Usman, the spokesman of the division, said this in a statement in Maiduguri. Usman said the measure was aimed at preventing security breach during the holiday.
He said: “The Federal Government has declared both January 1 and 2, 2015, as public holidays to commemorate the New Year and Eid-El-Maulud, respectively.
“In view of the security situation in Borno State, which remains fluid and unpredictable, the 7 Division of Nigerian Army wishes to impose a total ban on vehicular movements within its area of responsibility from 6a.m., Thursday, to 6 p.m., Friday.
“This implies that movements by animals such as horses, bicycles, motorcycles tricycles and motor vehicles are totally banned in the state during the period.”
The restriction is informed by the need to ensure adequate protection of lives and property of law-abiding citizens of the state.
“Members of the public are requested to, please, report any suspicious movement around their environment to the nearest security post.”