Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced a relaxation of the 24-hour curfew in the Jos-Bukuru metropolis.
As of Wednesday, residents are now permitted to move freely between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
This adjustment comes in response to the recent violence related to the #EndBadGovernance protests.
The governor’s decision aims to improve security and maintain public order in the region. The update was communicated through a statement from Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, and was made available to journalists in Jos.
The statement reads: “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 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm daily until further notice.
“Governor Caleb Manasseh 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.
“He emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance to prevent any potential breakdown of law and order and assured that government will continue to review the curfew as the situation improved.”
The governor urged residents within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities for prompt action.
Mutfwang assured the public of the government’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of all citizens.
The governor commended residents for their patriotism in observing the curfew, noting that their cooperation is vital for the collective interests of the state.
