CEOAFRICA gathered that the military has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Friday, in Yobe following attacks on Damaturu by suspected insurgents on Thursday night.

According to source, this is contained in a statement signed by Capt. Eli Lazarus, spokesman of the 3 Division Special Operations Battalion, Damaturu.

Written thus, “The 3 Division Special Operation Battalion, Damaturu, hereby imposes a 24-hour curfew across Yobe state, with immediate effect.

“Law-abiding citizens are enjoined to remain calm as the battalion steps up its operation to rid the state of insurgents”. statement said.