Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago of Niger State has imposed a nightly curfew in Minna, the state capital, effective immediately.
The curfew, which restricts movement from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., was announced Tuesday during a security summit at the Government House attended by traditional rulers and heads of security agencies.
Under the new order, commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators are barred from operating during curfew hours, though medical emergencies are exempt.
The measure is intended to stem a recent surge in attacks and killings across the city.
Governor Bago affirmed that his administration will not tolerate violence against innocent citizens. He further instructed district, village, and ward leaders to begin formally documenting all visitors.
Any residence found sheltering suspected criminals or drug traffickers will be demolished, he warned.
