The governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong has reinstated the curfew earlier lifted in the state as a result of the growing activities of hoodlums.
In a state wide broadcast today the governor
recall the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on Jos South and Jos North Local Government Areas on 20th October 2020 in response to the disturbances that arose when hoodlums hijacked the ENDSARS protests leading to the destruction of lives and properties.
He said afer an assessment of the situation, the curfew was relaxed from the hours of 6am to 8pm from on 23rd October 2020.
He however said that some hoodlums today broke into the warehouses where palliatives delivered to the State by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development last week were stored awaiting distribution and carted them away. This he said has necessitated the reinstament of curfew.
“This looting has spread to other facilities and is gradually degenerating thereby threatening the peace and security of the State.
To avoid further escalation, I hereby direct the immediate reinstatement of the 24-hour curfew earlier relaxed from 4pm today 24th October 2020 in Jos South and Jos North Local Government Areas till further notice.
By this, security agencies are directed to enforce the curfew and ensure that all violators are arrested and prosecuted.
I call on all citizens and stakeholders to continue to cooperate with Government in ensuring the peace and progress of Plateau State” He said.
