Zamfara Government Imposes Curfew Along Katsina And Sokoto Borders

Zamfara Government Imposes Curfew Along Katsina And Sokoto Borders

The Zamfara State Government has announced the imposition of a curfew along its borders with Katsina and Sokoto states, effective immediately from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am……READ ALSO Zamfara Government Has Spent N2.9billion On Ramadan Welfare – Commissioner

The directive, revealed by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Manir Haidara, during a briefing in Gusau, stems from decisions made during the State Security Council Meeting.

Haidara emphasized that the curfew aims to address the persistent kidnapping incidents occurring along the Sokoto-Gusau-Funtua highway.

He stated, “As from today, the state government has ordered restriction of movement along Yankara border of Zamfara with Katsina state and Bimasa Zamfara border with Sokoto state from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am daily.”

The measure is part of the state government’s broader strategy to combat kidnapping activities by bandits, particularly along highways in the region.

All motorists and travelers are mandated to adhere to the curfew, with security agencies tasked to enforce strict compliance along the specified borders.

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