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The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has declared a 24 hour curfew on Mangu Local Government Area of the state with immediate effect. This followed the deteriorating security situation in the area.
Governor Mutfwang took the decision after consultations with the relevant security agencies. He stated that only persons on essential duties are allowed to move within the local government area until further notice.
He urged all citizens, especially residents of Mangu Local Government Area, to comply with the directive and assist the security personnel by providing reliable information to restore peace and order in the area.
He lamented that some people are still determined to create an atmosphere of insecurity in the state, despite the government’s efforts to end the activities of terrorist elements.
Governor Mutfwang in a statement, expressed his sympathy to the families of the victims and the injured, and assured them that the government would not relent in ensuring lasting peace in the state.
He equally promised that the curfew would be reviewed as soon as the security situation improves.
