The Police Command in Borno has imposed a restriction of vehicular movement in the territory from 7 am to 12.15 pm during the Eid celebration in Maiduguri and Jere Local Government Areas of the state.
Abubakar Usman, the spokesperson of the command, said that Muslim faithful are once again celebrating Eid-El-Fitr on June 4 and June 5.
Usman said that the restrictions includes the use of motor vehicles, bicycles and animals except those on essential duties.
He added that Muslim faithful should pray in worship centres close to their homes and to ensure security measures are not compromised.
The spokesperson warned that youths who carry dangerous weapons to praying grounds and other public places like the Zoological park should desist or face the full wrath of the law.
(NAN)