Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has lifted the curfew imposed on the state, following the bomb blast in Kaworu which led to the deaths of 16 people and left several others critically injured.
On Friday, the state government temporarily relaxed the curfew to allow Muslims observe the Friday (Jumaat) prayers.
In a statewide broadcast, Zulum said it was necessary to impose the curfew to avoid Boko Haram elements taking advantage of the protest to create havoc in the state.
”I wish to commiserate with the families of those affected by this unfortunate incident and all the people of Borno state. I also sympathise with those injured and receiving medical care,” he said.
”In this time we stand united in grieve and solidarity as we condemn this act of senseless violence.
The governor Zulum said the protest in the state was hijacked by hoodlums who made several attempts to destroy public infrastructures but for the timely intervention of the military and other security agencies.
While charging residents to go about their normal activities, he said the security of the state would not be compromised for any reason.
