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President Muhammadu Buhari Extends Border Closure to January 31st

President Muhammadu Buhari Extends Border Closure to January 31st

President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the extension of the closure of Nigeria’s border till the 31st of January, 2020.

President Buhari approved the border closure extension and the Deputy Comptroller of Customs in charge of Enforcement, Investigation and Inspectorate, Victor Dimka, conveyed the Presidential directive in a memo to the Sector Coordinators.

The memo with reference number NCS/ENF/ABJ/221/S.45, and marked “Restricted” was dated November 1, 2019.

The memo reads in part, “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.

“Consequently, you are requested to convey the development to all personnel for their awareness and guidance.

“Meanwhile, allowance for personnel sustenance and fueling of vehicles for the period of extension will be paid as soon as possible.

“This is for your information and necessary action, please.”

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