Edo Govt Declares 24-Hour Curfew In Obazagbon, Oghehe Areas
The Edo State Government has declared a 24-hour curfew in the Obazagbon to Ogheghe axis of the Irhirhi-Arogba-Obazagbon-
In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq., the government said the curfew is to make way for a security exercise in the affected areas.
“This is to notify the general public that the Edo State Government has declared a curfew in the Obazagbon to Ogheghe axis of the Irhirhi-Arogba-Obazagbon-
“Government is conducting a security operation in the area and warns members of the communities to steer clear of the Obazagbon to Ogheghe axis of the road, so as not to endanger themselves.
“Residents in the area are advised to stay indoors as the government embarks on the security exercise,” the statement partly read.
Mr Ogie further stated that the affected areas are from Obazagbon Junction to Ogheghe Junction on the Irhirhi-Arogba-Obazagbon-
He added that motorists and pedestrians are advised to use alternative routes. Anyone found loitering in the area during the curfew will be arrested.
(ChannelsTV)