21/09/2026
PRESS RELEASE
PLATEAU STATE GOVERNMENT IMPOSES CURFEW ON BARKIN LADI, BOKKOS AND MANGU LOCAL, GOVERNMENT AREAS WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
The Plateau State Government has declared an immediate, dusk-to-dawn curfew across Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas to maintain public order and curb emerging security threats in the region.
Effective today, Monday, September 21, 2026, the restriction of movement is between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM until further notice.
The "Time is Now" Administration led by His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang,Esq,has taken the measure to allow law enforcement agencies to stabilize the area, protect lives, and prevent any breakdown of law and order within local communities.
Therefore, all residents of affected Local Government Areas are expected to fully comply with the government's directive for their own safety. Citizens are advised to plan their daily commercial, agricultural, and personal activities strictly around the restriction hours to avoid unnecessary hardship or friction during the quiet hours.
So far, security operatives have been directed to strictly enforce the curfew and the ban on use of motor cycles with immediate effect throughout the affected jurisdiction. While reassuring law-abiding citizens that security personnel will operate with professionalism.
Signed:
Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, mni
Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communication
Plateau State
September 21,2026
