Nigeria closed it’s borders to workers and traders who shuffle between Nigeria and neighbouring countries months ago and it doesn’t seem like it will be opening soon.
The closure which was instigated by the Federal Government of Nigeria was undertaken to strengthen the nation’s security and protect its economic interests has been extended by President Buhari, as confirmed in a memo and signed by the Comptroller (Enforcement) of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr Victor Dimka.
The memo which noted that the border closure has so far recorded an overwhelming success, added that there is need to extend it as some objectives are yet to be achieved.
It reads “I am directed to inform you that it is observed that despite the overwhelming success of the operation, particularly the security and economic benefits to the nation, a few strategic objectives are you to be achieved.
“Against this background, Mr President has approved the extension of the exercise to January 31, 2020.
source:nsemgh.com