Osun state governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, has lifted the curfew that followed the disruption of peace in the State.
The governor made this known via a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Osogbo by the state Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Mrs Funke Egbemode.
The statement stated that “citizens can now go about their businesses and other transactions beyond 8:00 pm without any hindrance or restrictions with effect from Wednesday, November 11”.
“With effect from Wednesday, November 11, residents of the State are free to go about their businesses without any hindrance or restrictions, while security agencies continue to discharge their duties to forestall breakdown of law and order.”
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She stated: “The government has once again observed the level of compliance to all directives aimed at restoring tranquillity to our dear State, and hereby appreciates the citizens for their patience and understanding. The government also appreciates security agencies for their efforts in maintaining law and order in the State.
“The government urged every citizen to be wary of actions that can upset the peace and harmony that the State is reputed for, and not hesitate to provide useful information to security agencies in case of suspicion of violence in any of our communities.
“The government is also calling on parents and guardians to continue to caution their children and wards not to allow themselves to be used by unscrupulous elements to jeopardize the peace of the State”, Egbemode
It will be recalled that the government had earlier relaxed the 24-hour indefinite curfew to run from 8:00 pm till 6:00 am daily, following observation of citizens’ compliance and cooperation with the government’s efforts to restore peace and normalcy to the State.
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