After the attack on Police Headquarters and Prisons in Owerri, Imo state yesterday, Abia State government have immediately imposed curfew in the commercial hub of the state Aba and Umuahia the capital city.

 

Based on a press release made available to AF NEWS and signed by Abia State Commissioner for Information Chief John Okiyi Kalu, he hinged the declaration on security reports and the need to protect the people.

 

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Government Special Announcement

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.

Thank you.

Chief John Okiyi Kalu
Honorable Commissioner for Information
05/04/2021