Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State, North Central Nigeria has imposed 24-hour curfew on the Mangu Local Government Area.
Gatekeepers News reports that Muftwang imposed the 24-hour curfew with immediate effect following the deteriorating security situation within the area.
A Spokesperson for the Governor, Gyang Bere, in a press statement, said the decision was taken after consultations with relevant security agencies and to avoid breakdown of law and order in the local government area.
While enjoining citizens to comply with the sit-at-home order, Bere noted that only persons on essential duties are allowed to move within the local government area until further notice.
Governor Muftwang lamented that some people are still determined to create an atmosphere of insecurity in the state despite government’s efforts to end activities of terrorist elements.
He further expressed sympathy to families of the victims and the injured with assurances that government will not relent in ensuring lasting peace in the state.
The Governor promised that the curfew would be reviewed as soon as security situation improves in the locality.
