Ondo Governor Declares Curfew in Owo LG, Here’s Why

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OWO CRISIS: DECLARARION OF DAWN-TO-DUSK CURFEW

Due to the ongoing violent cult clashes and security disturbances in Owo which have led to loss of lives, the Governor of Ondo State, 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 exempt from the curfew.

The Governor has also asked secutiry agencies in the State to enforce the curfew, ensure safety of lives, properties, arrest perpetrators of the violence and restore peace to the community.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
January 6, 2025.