By Chioma Godwin
Few hours after unknown gun men attacked and set Police and Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) headquarters in Owerri ablaze, the governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has swiftly imposed curfew in Aba and Umuahia in response to perceived security threat that may disrupt free movement of people, lives and properties in the State.
The curfew according a statement signed by the Abia State Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, will commence today, 5th April, 2021, from 10pm to 6am till further notice.
The statement thus said; “The Governor of Abia State, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has directed the imposition of curfew in Aba and Umuahia metropolis between 10pm and 6am daily from today, Monday, 5th April, 2021 till further notice.
“This is sequel to security reports received from multiple sources, and informed by the need to continue to protect innocent citizens and residents of the state.
“Security agencies in the state have been directed to ensure strict enforcement and compliance with the directive. Only those on essential services with proper identification are exempted from the curfew.
“We urge traditional rulers, men of the State Homeland Security Team and Community Vigilante Services in the state to monitor movement of persons within their respective domains and take necessary measures to protect the people and their property.
“All law abiding citizens are advised to go about their normal duties, outside the curfew period, without fear of molestation as the security architecture of the state is robust enough to guarantee their safety.”
