Military authorities in Borno state have placed restriction on vehicular movement in the troubled State throughout the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir.
A statement by the spokesman of the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Col. Sani Usman said that “The report at the disposal of the security agencies reveals that Boko Haram terrorists have perfected plans to launch multiple bomb explosions in Maiduguri metropolis and other major towns across Borno State during the Eid-El-Kabir celebrations 2014 using motorcycles, tri-cycles among others.”
The statement said further that the insurgents’ main targets include Sallah Praying grounds, markets and other public places.
In view of this, according to the military, all manner of vehicular movement is banned in the entire state from 5:00 pm (local time) on Friday to 7.00 am on Monday.
Members of the general public are advised to perform their Eid El Kabir prayers at praying grounds nearest to their respective residences.
“While necessary security measures are being implemented, members of the public are hereby requested to comply fully with this embargo as defaulters will be severally sanctioned. However, workers on essential services such as hospitals and fire services with clear identification are exempted,” according to the statement.
Members of the public were also requested to report any suspicious movement of persons or vehicles around their environment to the nearest security agencies.