From Yakubu Mustapha Minna
Niger State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has imposed curfew in Lambata, Gurara Local Government Area of the State sequel to violent clashes that led to the killing of the Village Head of Lambata, Mohammed Abdulsafur Musa.
A statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane explained that in view of the unfortunate incident, the State Governor has directed that curfew be imposed in Lambata Town from 6:00pm to 6:00am beginning from Sunday 15th January, 2023 till further notice.
Ahmed Matane disclosed that declaration of curfew in Lambata was to assist the security agencies to stabilize the situation in the area, save lives and property as well to enable the restoration of law and order.
The State Government called on the residents of the area to cooperate with the security agents in the urgent task of restoring peace in Lambata, while urging security agencies to ensure the enforcement of the curfew.
