Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has relaxed the curfew imposed on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas following a security review and reports of relative peace in the affected communities.
The decision, which takes immediate effect, was approved after consultations with security agencies, with the government citing the improved security situation in the three local government areas.
The development was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap.
According to the statement, the lifting of the curfew is expected to support ongoing efforts to restore normalcy, ease movement and revive socio-economic activities across the affected communities.
Ramnap said the decision was informed by the relative peace being experienced in the areas and was aimed at creating an environment conducive to the resumption of normal activities.
She said, “The decision follows the relative peace being experienced in the affected areas and is expected to foster ongoing efforts at restoring normalcy, ease of movement and socio-economic activities in the affected communities.”
Meanwhile, the state government urged residents to sustain the prevailing peace, remain law-abiding and promptly report any suspicious movements or activities to security agencies.
The government also expressed appreciation to residents for their cooperation, while reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives and property, promoting peaceful coexistence and ensuring the overall development of the state.