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Governor Mutfwang finally lifts Plateau curfew 

Governor Caleb Mutfwang has lifted the curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis.

• August 15, 2024
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Jos protesters

Governor Caleb Mutfwang has lifted the curfew imposed on the Jos-Bukuru metropolis.

This was announced in a statement on Thursday by his spokesman, Gyang Bere. 

“The Plateau state government has fully lifted the curfew imposed on Jos-Bukuru metropolis, following the peaceful conduct of the residents and an improvement in the security situation,” the statement said.

The Plateau government added that the decision was made following due consultations by the governor with security agencies.

Mr Mutfwang imposed the curfew during the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest after it turned violent.

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