The Kwara State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Offa and Erin-Ile towns in Offa and Oyun Local Government Areas of the state.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Isiaka Gold.
The curfew which is with immediate effect is to restore public order in both communities following renewed disturbances in the areas.
According to the statement, “all human and vehicular movement is restricted in Offa and Erin-Ile until further notice.”
In line with this order, the security agencies have been directed to deal decisively with anyone found contravening the curfew.
The statement assured law-abiding citizens of government’s resolve to secure lives and properties of the people.
The curfew followed the renewal of clashes over the boundary between Offa and Erin-Ile.
