The Yobe State Government has ordered the temporary closure of recreational centres across the state during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, citing security concerns.

The directive was announced in a statement by the Special Adviser on Security Matters, Brigadier General Dahiru Abdussalam (retd.).

He said the decision was taken to safeguard lives and property, noting that the prevailing security situation does not support large public gatherings.

“During festivities, recreational centres attract large crowds. However, the current security situation does not favour such gatherings,” Abdussalam said.

According to the directive, operators of recreational facilities are to suspend activities from Thursday, March 19 to Monday, March 23, 2026.

Security agencies, including military commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and local government authorities, have been directed to ensure strict compliance across all 17 local government areas of the state.

The government said the measure is a preventive step to ensure a peaceful and incident-free Sallah celebration.