New Year's Eve "Cross-Over" Event Cancelled Over Security Fears

The government of Adamawa State in Nigeria has cancelled all planned New Year's Eve celebrations at a major bridge in the city of Yola. The event, known locally as a "Cross-Over Night," was scheduled for December 31 at the Unity Fly-Over in the Jimeta area. These gatherings typically involve large crowds praying and celebrating into the early hours of New Year's Day. State officials cited "the interest of safety and security of residents" as the reason for the cancellation. No further details on specific threats were provided. The order means no public festivities will be permitted at the bridge site this year.