Gov. Tambuwal relaxes curfew in Sokoto

Governor Aminu Tambuwal has relaxed the earlier 24-hour curfew imposed on the state following the violence that trailed the protest on Saturday.

This is contained in a statement signed by the state Commissioner for Information, Isah Galadanci, and made available to newsmen on Monday.

According to the statement, the curfew was reviewed from 24 hours to now dusk to dawn. It is to enable residents of the state to embark on their legitimate business in line with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“Sequel to the briefing by the Security Heads in the State, the State Governor, Rt Hon Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, CFR Mutawallen Sokoto, has ordered the relaxation of the 24-hour curfew in force in Sokoto metropolis.

“The revised curfew will now be from dusk to dawn in Sokoto township. This is to afford people the opportunity to pursue their legitimate businesses and other means of livelihood.

“However, the Government advise people to maintain peace in this regard, as it will not condone any breach of law and order in the State” it read.