The Plateau State Government relaxed the 24-hour curfew imposed on Jos/Bukuru Metropolis with effect from Wednesday.
According to a statement released by the state government, the decision was taking following an improvement in the security situation in the area where hoodlums tried to hijack the #End Bad Governance protest in the state.
The statement also says residents of the affected area can now move between the hours of 2pm and 6pm daily until further notice.
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Governor Caleb Mutfwang who ordered the relaxation after consultation with the security agencies, praised them for what he described as their diligence and commitment to ensuring strict implementation of the curfew.
He emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance to prevent any potential breakdown of law and order and said his administration will continue to review the curfew as the situation improved.
The Governor also commended the residents for their patriotism in observing the curfew, noting that their cooperation is vital for the collective interests of the state.
(Editor: Oloyede Oworu)
