Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following a fresh outbreak of communal violence, as tensions continue to escalate in the region.
This announcement was made in a statement signed by Hussaini Hammangabdo, Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor’s office, on Monday.
According to the statement, Governor Fintiri has directed security agencies to deploy to the affected areas in Lamurde, with a mandate to swiftly restore peace and order amid the renewed communal tensions.
The statement reads, “The Adamawa State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area with immediate effect following a renewed communal clash that broke out on Sunday evening.
“Signed by Hussaini Hammangabdo, Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, security agencies have been directed to move into the area and restore peace and order without delay.”
The government is urging residents of Lamurde to remain calm and cooperate fully with security operatives as efforts are underway to prevent further escalation.
