Governor Mutfwang declares 24-hour curfew in Plateau LG

Caleb Mutfwang, the governor of Plateau State, has imposed an immediate 24-hour curfew on the Mangu Local Government Area.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Gyang Bere, the governor's director of press and public affairs, verified the development.

He said that the decision was made in response to the area's deteriorating security conditions.

The statement read in the part, “Governor Mutfwang took the decision after consultations with the relevant security agencies.

“He stated that only persons on essential duties are allowed to move within the local government area until further notice.

“He urged all citizens, especially residents of Mangu Local Government Area, to comply with the directive and assist the security personnel by providing reliable information to restore peace and order in the area.

“He lamented that some people are still determined to create an atmosphere of insecurity in the state, despite the government’s efforts to end the activities of terrorist elements.

“He expressed his sympathy to the families of the victims and the injured and assured them that the government will not relent in ensuring lasting peace in the state.

“He promised that the curfew will be reviewed as soon as the security situation improves.”

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