In preparations for Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections, the Federal Government has ordered the closure of the country's borders with effect from 12pm on Friday (today) to Sunday. Announcing this in a statement in Abuja on Thursday, the Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau, said this was to restrict movements across the borders during the election. He asked the public to take note and also directed security agencies to ensure compliance. FG Orders The Closure Of Nigeria Borders From Friday Night By Ik Josh Friday, February 15, 2019 Share Tweet Share Share Email In preparations for Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections, the Federal Government has ordered the closure of the country's borders with effect from 12pm on Friday (today) to Sunday. Announcing this in a statement in Abuja on Thursday, the Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau, said this was to restrict movements across the borders during the election. He asked the public to take note and also directed security agencies to ensure compliance. No comments Comment Here
