A series of bombings claimed by Boko Haram hit cities around Nigeria on Christmas Day [Reuters]
Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan has declared a state of emergency in some northern and central parts of the country that have been hit hard by violence blamed on the radical sect, Boko Haram.
In an address to the nation on Saturday, Jonathan said he would shut any borders with other nations in those areas covered by the decree.
“While the search for lasting solutions is ongoing, it has become imperative to take some decisive measures necessary to restore normalcy in the country, especially within the affected communities,” Jonathan said in the nationwide broadcast.
“The temporary closure of our borders in the affected areas is only an interim measure designed to address the current security challenges and will be resumed
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