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#EndBadGovernance Protest: Plateau govt relaxes curfew on Jos/Bukuru metropolis
The Plateau State government has relaxed the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on the Jos/Bukuru metropolis to enable residents to go out for some hours.
Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the State Governor, Caleb Muftwang, in a statement issued on Wednesday afternoon said: “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 pm and 6 pm daily until further notice.
“Governor Caleb 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.
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“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 improves.
“The governor urged residents within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities for prompt action. He assured the public of the government’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of all citizens and commended the residents for their patriotism in observing the curfew, noting that their cooperation is vital for the collective interests of the State.”
The protests in the Jos-Bukuru metropolis had turned violent as angry youths vandalised properties and caused tension in the state.
Hence, the government imposed the curfew to restore peace and order in the state.
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