Jos — The Plateau State Government has imposed an immediate dusk-to-dawn curfew on three local government areas following renewed security concerns and fresh wave of attacks that left several people dead and heightened tension across affected communities.
The curfew, which took effect on Monday, September 21,2026, covers Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu Local Government Areas (LGAs) and restricts movement between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00a.m. daily until further notice.
The state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Lohya Ramnap, who announced the directive in a statement on Monday, said the measure was aimed at maintaining public order and preventing a breakdown of law and order.
Ramnap said, “The Plateau State Government has declared an immediate dusk-to-dawn curfew across Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas to maintain public order and curb emerging security threats in the region.
“Effective today, Monday September 21, 2026, the restriction of movement is between 6:00 p.m and 6:00 a.m until further notice.
“The Time is Now Administration led by His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq, has taken the measure to allow law enforcement agencies to stabilize the area, protect lives, and prevent any breakdown of law and order within local communities.
“Therefore, 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 restriction hours to avoid unnecessary hardship or friction during the quiet hours.
“So far, security operatives has been directed to strictly enforce the curfew and the ban on use of motorcycles with immediate effect throughout the affected jurisdiction.
Plateau imposes curfew “While reassuring law-abiding citizens that security personnel will operate with professionalism”, the commissioner added.
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