Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, Enforces 24-Hour Curfew After Hoodlum-Led Warehouse Lootings.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has taken decisive action in response to the recent wave of looting and violence perpetrated by hoodlums in the state. In the aftermath of hoodlums storming two warehouses and engaging in attacks on private shops and people, the governor declared a 24-hour curfew across the state.
Read Also ECOWAS Leaders Convene Emergency Meeting in Abuja to Address Niger Coup
The announcement was made on Sunday afternoon following the dangerous escalation of the hoodlums’ activities, which included assaulting individuals and breaking into businesses, resulting in property theft.
In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, the government emphasized that the curfew entails a complete restriction of movement throughout the state. Only individuals engaged in essential duties with valid identification will be allowed to move during this curfew period.
Governor Fintiri called on all residents to comply with the curfew directive, highlighting that anyone found violating the order will be subject to arrest and prosecution.
The imposition of the curfew aims to restore order and ensure the safety of citizens amidst the ongoing unrest caused by the hoodlum-led attacks.
