Yobe government removes curfew for Ramadan observance
The Yobe State Government has lifted the midnight curfew across the state to allow residents to observe Ramadan without restrictions. Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdulsalam (retd.), Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, announced the decision after a State Security Council meeting led by Deputy Governor Idi Barde Gubana. The council reviewed the security situation and decided the curfew relaxation was necessary for peaceful Ramadan activities. Residents are encouraged to support security agencies to maintain peace during the fasting period.
What we know
- The midnight curfew in Yobe State has been lifted to enable Muslim faithful to observe Ramadan activities freely.
- Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdulsalam (retd.) said the decision followed a review of the security situation by the State Security Council.
- The council emphasized that Ramadan includes late-night activities such as prayers, preaching, and iftar.
- Security agencies have been directed to strengthen preventive measures during Ramadan to prevent criminal activities.
- Concerns were raised about illegal mining in the Gulani area, and security operatives are addressing the issue.
