Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has imposed a dawn-to-dusk curfew in Owo, Owo Local Government Area, following violent cult clashes that claimed four lives on Monday.
In a statement released in Akure by Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, the curfew aims to curb the escalating violence and restore order in the affected area.
“The ongoing violent cult clashes and security disturbances in Owo have led to the loss of lives,” the statement read.
“The governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has ordered a dawn-to-dusk curfew in the town till further notice. All residents are required to remain indoors during the curfew. Only essential services, such as hospitals, emergency services, and law enforcement, will be exempted from the curfew.”
The governor has instructed security agencies to enforce the curfew strictly, protect lives and properties, and apprehend those responsible for the violence.
“The governor has tasked security agencies in the state to enforce the curfew, ensure the safety of lives and properties, arrest the perpetrators of violence, and restore peace to the community,” Adeniyan added.
