THE State Government has relaxed the curfew in Jos North Local Government Area.
It also lifted the ban earlier placed on operations of tricycles.
After a meeting of the State Security Council held yesterday at the new Government House Little Rayfield Jos, Governor Simon Bako Lalong approved that beginning today, the curfew in Jos North will be enforced from 10 pm to 6 am.
This will tally with the current status of the curfew in Jos South and Bassa Local Government Areas which remains from 10 pm to 6 am.
Similarly, the governor also approved that beginning today, the ban placed on operations of tricycles will be lifted from 6 am to 6 pm daily.
This means that no tricycle will be allowed to operate between the hours of 6 pm to 6 am.
However, the ban on motorcycles within the Jos/Bukuru Metropolis remains intact as enforcement will continue to ensure that violators are arrested and punished according to the law.
“Government is working on innovations, legislation and enforcement modules for enhancing the security, effectiveness and availability of public transportation in the State, which will be unveiled in due course and is expected to address the major concerns of the citizens particularly as it relates to the safety of passengers,” he said
While appreciating the cooperation and understanding of the citizens during the period of the attacks and subsequent curfews, Lalong urged them to continue to support the government in restoring normalcy.
He also thanked all stakeholders within and outside the State for their concerns and goodwill towards addressing the recent ugly developments, assuring that his administration will continue to pursue the path of peaceful coexistence while dealing with criminals and crises merchants who are bent on tarnishing the image of the state.
