The Military Joint Task Force (JTF) in Yobe state has relaxed the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on Potiskum town.
A statement issued by the Spokesman of the Task Force in the state, Captain Eli Lazarus said the relaxation of the curfew is sequel to the completion of the operation carried out within Potiskum metropolis.
It however says the 10:00PM – 6:00AM curfew across the state is still in force and appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents throughout the period of the 24 hour curfew imposed on the town.
“Upon the completion of special operations in Potiskum town, the Joint Task Force (JTF) relaxes the twenty four hour curfew imposed on the town recently with effect from today Wednesday 7 August 2013.
“However, the earlier curfew imposed on the state which commences from 10 O’clock in the evening to 6 O’clock in the morning is still in force”
The statement also wishes the Muslim community a happy Eid-El-Fitr celebration.
The Joint Task Force could not disclose whether arrest or recoveries of arms were made during the 24 hour curfew.
A JTF source who pleaded anonymity however told Channels Television that some arms and arrests were made during the search operation carried out on the town.
