Body: Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has eased the 24-hour curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis following violence related to the #EndBadGovernance protests.
Effective from Wednesday, residents can now move freely between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm daily.
The decision was announced in a statement by Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, citing an improvement in the security situation as the reason for the curfew relaxation.
Governor Mutfwang, after consulting with security agencies, praised their efforts in maintaining order and emphasized the need for continued vigilance to prevent further unrest.
The governor urged residents to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities.
He assured the public of the government’s commitment to the safety and well-being of all citizens and commended the residents for their cooperation during the curfew. The government will continue to monitor the situation and adjust the curfew as needed.
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The statement reads: “Following the improvement in security situation within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis, the Plateau State Government has announced a relaxation of the earlier imposed 24-hour curfew.
“Effective from Wednesday, August 7, 2024, residents of the area can now move freely between the hours of 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm daily until further notice.
“Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, who ordered the relaxation after consultation with the security agencies, praised them for their diligence and commitment to ensuring strict compliance with the curfew.
“He emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance to prevent any potential breakdown of law and order and assured that the government will continue to review the curfew as the situation improved.”
The governor urged residents within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities for prompt action.
Mutfwang assured the public of the government’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of all citizens.
The governor commended residents for their patriotism in observing the curfew, noting that their cooperation is vital for the collective interests of the state.