The federal government has again ordered the closure of borders due to the Saturday, March 9, governorship and state Assembly elections.
The minister of interior, Lt.-Gen. (rtd) Abdulrahman Dambazau, said the closure would take effect from Friday, March 8, at noon to Sunday, March 10, at noon.
The Comptroller-General, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Muhammad Babandede announced this in a statement in Abuja on Thursday, March 7.
He said the reason is to restrict movements across the borders during the election days.
“The public is to take note and ensure compliance,” Babandede said.