Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde local government area with immediate effect.
This followed violent attacks and breach of peace in some communities in the area.
The chief press secretary to the governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, in a statement yesterday said,
“Government views these disturbances as unacceptable and has directed security agencies to enforce the curfew strictly.”
He warned that anyone or group found contravening the directive would be arrested and dealt with according to the law.
The curfew is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice.
Governor Fintiri directed security agencies to enforce the curfew and maintain law and order in the area.
Residents were urged to abide by the curfew and provide useful information to security agencies to ensure peaceful coexistence.
Fintiri emphasised that the government would not condone violence and would take necessary measures to restore peace and order. He appealed to residents of the local government area to shun rumor-mongering and cooperate with security agencies to restore normalcy to the area.
“The government is committed to protecting lives and property and ensuring the safety of all citizens,” the statement added.
