Governor Bago imposes curfew on Minna

In response to a recent surge in attacks and killings across Minna, Niger State Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago has imposed a 6pm to 6am curfew on the state capital.

The new measure also includes restrictions on the movement of commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators within the city during the curfew hours.

Governor Bago made the announcement on Tuesday during a high-level security stakeholders’ meeting held at the Government House, which was attended by traditional rulers and heads of various security agencies.

He however said medical emergencies were exempt from the curfew.

He stated that the new measure was aimed at curbing the growing security challenges in the state capital.

The governor stressed that the government would not sit idly, while criminals continued to attack and kill innocent citizens.

He also directed district, vllage, and ward heads to commence proper documentation of visitors to their domains.

He warned that any house found to be harbouring suspected criminals or drug cartels would be demolished.

Minna has recently witnessed a resurgence of thuggery, attacks, and killings, raising concerns among residents.