Nigerian Army bans Thuraya satellite phones in Borno State

The Nigerian Army yesterday banned the sale and use of Thuraya satellite phones in Borno State to hinder communication by Islamist militants.

An army spokesman said anyone found with a satellite phone or accessories would be arrested.

Military spokesman Lt Col Sagir Musa said the militants behind those attacks had used satellite phones to plan them.
"Anyone seen with Thuraya phones, recharge card and accessories will be arrested," he said in a statement.