The Plateau State Government has lifted the curfew imposed on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas with immediate effect, following improved security conditions in the affected communities.
The decision was approved by Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang in consultation with security agencies.
The state government announced the development in a statement issued on Thursday, November 12, by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap.
According to the statement, the decision followed the relative peace being experienced in the three local government areas and was aimed at strengthening ongoing efforts to restore normalcy.
The lifting of the restriction is also expected to ease movement and revive socioeconomic activities in communities that had been affected by the security measures.
The government urged residents to sustain the prevailing peace, remain law-abiding and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to security agencies.
It also appreciated the cooperation of residents during the period of the curfew, reiterating its commitment to protecting lives and property, promoting peaceful coexistence and advancing the overall development of the state.
The development is expected to provide relief to residents, traders, farmers and other economic actors in the affected local government areas as security agencies continue efforts to maintain stability across Plateau State.
