The Federal Government has announced the closure of the country’s borders, with effect from 12:00 noon, February 15 (today) till 12:00 noon of Sunday, February 17,Igbere Tv reports.
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The closure is aimed at restricting movement across the borders, particularly of aliens, who may attempt to participate in the presidential elections on Saturday, February 16.
The closure is aimed at restricting movement across the borders, particularly of aliens, who may attempt to participate in the presidential elections on Saturday, February 16.
In a statement by Muhammad Babandede, the Comptroller General of Immigration (CGI), on Thursday, February 14, Mr. Babandede said the directive was made by Lt-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau (rtd), the Minister of Interior; “Further to the Presidential Election taking place on the 16th February, 2019, the Honourable Minister of Interior has directed the closure of all Nigeria Land Borders with effect from 12.00 noon of Friday 15th February to 12.00 noon of Sunday 17th February, 2019. “This is to restrict movements across the borders during the election days.
“The public is to take note and ensure compliance”, the CGI said. New Telegraph had reported plans by the government to close borders. A security source, who had spoken in confidence with our correspondent, had said the development was a measure to ensure that foreign nationals were not allowed to participate in the forthcoming elections. “There will be clear directive this week…
