Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has implemented a 24-hour curfew in Adamawa State following incidents of residents looting warehouses and engaging in escalating attacks.
The decision, announced on Sunday via his verified Twitter handle, was taken as a precautionary measure to prevent further violence by hoodlums targeting people and businesses.
“Effective Sunday, July 30, 2023, I, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, have declared a 24-hour curfew in Adamawa State due to escalating violence by hoodlums attacking people and businesses. No movement is allowed, except for essential duties with valid ID. Your safety is our priority please comply for the well-being of all,” he wrote.