Plateau Govt Imposes Dusk To Dawn Curfew On Barki Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu LGAs

Plateau State Government has declared an immediate dusk-to-dawn curfew across the Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, and Mangu Local Government Areas to maintain public order and curb emerging security threats. ‎

‎The State Commissioner of Information and Communication, Rt. Hon Joyce Ramnap, in a statement issued in Jos, said that, with effect from today, Monday, 21 September 2026, the restriction of movement is in place between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM until further notice. ‎“Our administration, led by His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has taken measures to allow law enforcement agencies to stabilise the area, protect lives, and prevent any breakdown of law and order within local communities. ‎ ‎According to the statement, all residents of affected Local Government Areas are expected to fully comply with the government’s directive for their own safety.

“Citizens are advised to plan their daily commercial, agricultural, and personal activities strictly around the restricted hours to avoid unnecessary hardship or friction during the quiet hours. ‎ ‎

The statement added that, so far, security operatives have been directed to strictly enforce the curfew and the ban on the use of motorcycles with immediate effect throughout the affected jurisdiction, while reassuring law-abiding citizens that security personnel will operate professionally.