#EndSARS: Edo govt declares 24-hour curfew

The Edo State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew across the state until further notice.

This is following the recent breakdown in law and order in the state. Some hoodlums have reportedly hijacked the EndSARS protests, leading to attacks on some Police posts in the state and a prison break.

The curfew is to take effect from 4 pm, today, October 19, 2020.

READ: Police Alleges Attack on Police Stations in Benin by #EndSARS Protesters

According to a statement signed by Osarodion Ogie, Secretary to the State Government, the decision became necessary because of the very disturbing incidents of vandalism and attacks on private individuals and institutions by hoodlums in the guise of #EndSARS protesters.

“While the government of Edo State respects the rights of its citizens to undertake legitimate protests, it cannot sit idly when hoodlums have taken laws into their hands to cause mayhem on innocent citizens and the state.

“By the directive, schools and businesses are to shutdown activities accordingly. Those who cannot move safely are to stay put between now and 4 pm till calmness is restored.

“Parents are advised to rein in their children, youths, and wards, to forestall further breakdown of law and order. The responsibility of government is to protect lives and property and maintain law and order, therefore, anyone found outside in violation of the curfew would be dealt with according to the law.”

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