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Coup: FG closes all border posts with Niger Republic
The F.G through the Nigeria Customs Service has officially announced the closure of all land borders linking Nigeria with the Niger Republic due to the recent coup d’etat in the West African country.
The NCS’ acting Controller General, Bashir Adewale, revealed this on August 4th, 2023 during a visit to the Jibia border in Katsina.
According to Sahara Reporters, Adewale said the decision for the total blockage of the borders was to comply with ECOWAS’s directive to suspend the movement of cargo until further notice.
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He added that as part of measures to ensure 100 % compliance, they will sensitize the border communities.
The acting Controller General said the decision was taken in the interest of peace & stability between the 2 countries.
In a swift response to the military coup in the Niger Republic on June 27, ECOWAS also enforced a no-flight zone over the country.
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