Boko Haram: Nigerian Army imposes 24-hour curfew in Maiduguri

Following Boko Haram's attack on Maiduguri, the Borno state capital on Wednesday May 13, 2015, the Nigerian army has imposed a 24 hour curfew on the town and its environ. The curfew is contained in a statement released by the deputy director Army Public relations officer, 7th division Maiduguri

"In view of the recent development within Maiduguri metropolis a 24hr curfew is hereby imposed in the city. This is done to protect lives and property of innocent and law abiding people of Maiduguri. 

The Nigerian Army wish to once again thank you for your continuous support and cooperation. The situation is firmly under control"

Colonel Tukur Gusau

Deputy Director Army Public Relations

7 Division Maidugur

The photos above shows fleeing residents of the town after the sect stormed the town at about 6.45pm on Wednesday