24 hour curfew imposed in Damaturu

The Yobe state government has imposed a 24 hour curfew in Damaturu, the state capital.

This followed the intense gun battle between the Joint task Force (JTF) and suspected members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect which occurred on Monday around 5:30 pm, running through the night.

A statement signed by the special adviser to the governor on Media and Information, Abdullahi Bego, directed residents to remain in their homes as the JTF and other security agencies continue their efforts in restoring peace in the state.

According to the statement, 24 hour curfew is only for Damaturu metropolis, as restriction of movement for other parts of the state still remains 10PM to 6AM while restriction of movement in Potiskum remains 6PM to 6AM daily.

The statement called on members of the public to give maximum cooperation to the JTF and other security agencies in their efforts to ensure the safety of life and property.

It also called on the people not to relent in their prayers for the restoration of peace in the state and the nation in general.

Report says that the gun battle between the JTF and the Gunmen lasted throughout the night.
Culled:Channelstv