Following the violence that broke out from the nationwide protest by Nigerians on Thursday, August 1, 2024, to register their displeasure against bad governance, the Karu Local Government Council has imposed an indefinite curfew on residents.
The curfew is in response to the violent protests which occurred in Mararaba a neighbouring city to Karu on Thursday.
In a press release on Friday, the Executive Chairman of Karu Local Government Council, Hon James Thomas in a statement said it was a precautionary step.
The statement reads, “The Executive Chairman of Karu Local Government Council, Hon James B Thomas after due consideration has imposed a curfew across Karu LGA from 6pm to 6am from today till further notice.
“The curfew was imposed as a precautionary measure to ensure the full security of Karu LGA.
“The curfew will restrict movement of people, Okada and Keke riders, all shop owners, and motorists in Karu LGA”.
The protest expected to last for 10 days is occurring after strong resistance from the government and security agencies, over fears of infiltration from miscreants and the destruction of critical infrastructures.
Govt Imposes Curfew In Karu Over Violent Protest is first published on The Whistler Newspaper