Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Jos/Bukuru metropolis, efficient from 12 midnight on Sunday to reinforce the safety of lives and preserve public order within the State.
The governor, in an announcement issued late Sunday night time in Jos by his director of press and public affairs, Mr. Gyang Bere, stated in session with the state safety businesses, he took the choice after reviewing the actions of unscrupulous people who exploited the nationwide starvation protests to unleash terror on harmless residents.
He famous that the prison parts, armed with daggers, machetes, and different harmful weapons, broke into outlets and eating places alongside Bauchi Street and Zololo Junction, looting foodstuffs and different helpful gadgets.
Governor Mutfwang emphasised that the curfew was in the perfect curiosity of all residents and urged everybody to conform absolutely to make sure the protection and well-being of all residents.
The governor additionally directed safety businesses within the state to make sure the whole enforcement of the curfew throughout Jos/Bukuru metropolis.
He warned these planning to unleash additional terror on harmless residents to desist instantly or face the total wrath of the legislation.
The governor additionally known as on the related safety businesses to stay vigilant and proactive of their duties to forestall any potential disruption to legislation and order.
Based on the assertion, Mutfwang expressed gratitude to the residents of Plateau State, significantly the clergies of each faiths, for his or her unwavering help of presidency’s insurance policies and packages.
He acknowledged their cooperation and adherence to directives in the course of the deliberate nationwide protest and praised their dedication to sustaining peace and unity.
“The peaceable conduct of our folks earlier than, throughout, and after the nationwide protest is commendable. I urge everybody to proceed to uphold this tradition of peace as we work collectively to construct a united and progressive Plateau,” the assertion added.
