Governor Willie Obiano has imposed a 12-hour curfew on Anambra.

Specifically, the affected places are six communities in Oyi and Anambra East local government areas.

Solo Chukwulobelu, Secretary to the State Government, announced this in a statement on Monday in Awka.

Mr Chukwulobelu listed the communities as Igbariam, Aguleri, Umueri, Nteje, Awkuzu And Umunya.

He explained that the curfew, which took immediate effect, would last between 7:00 pm and 6:00 am daily.

Mr Chukwulobelu urged residents of the affected communities to adhere strictly to the order as security personnel would ensure strict enforcement.

The police had earlier announced that gunmen at nine yet-to-be-identified persons at Nteje community.

Sources said the report of the killing had left residents of Nteje and some neighbouring communities in fear.

Local sources also revealed that some residents were already fleeing their homes for safety.

(NAN)