The Ondo State Government has reviewed the twenty-four hour curfew imposed on Ikare, Akoko North East Local Government Area of the State.
Consequently, Governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN has directed that beginning from Monday, May 10, 2021, the curfew be effective from 7.00pm to 7.00am. The curfew was ordered on the heels of the violence in the town when it seemingly assumed a disturbing dimension.
Government had monitored developments in the town since the imposition of the curfew just as security agencies diligently and professionally, enforced the order to restore peace in the community. The review of the curfew order is, therefore, the outcome of the assessment of the situation, so far.
It must, however, be noted that any further breach of the peace shall attract more stringent measures from Government in the direction of peace enforcement. Government shall be most decisive than ever.
All residents of the town are enjoined to abide by this fresh directice and take maximum advantage of this window to deepen harmony and brotherliness amongst one another.
Furthermore, all traditional rulers, opinion leaders as well as men and women of goodwill are advised to rein in their wards, loyalists and supporters to embrace peace henceforth.
Meanwhile, relaxation of curfew imposed on ikare/Akoko by Governor Rotimi Akeredolu was today greeted with jubilation.
Radio Nigeria correspondent who visited the town observed that commercial motorcyclist, town service cabs, school buses and pedestrians were moving freely without restriction.
Also shops, schools, banks, markets, and artisan shops were re-opened for business activities.
Similarly, fillings stations, eateries, and other businesses in the metropolis came to life again.
An islamic cleric, sheik Abdulrasak Atareaku commended Governor Akeredolu for giving consideration to teeming muslim adherents in the town who had been fasting and preparing for Eld-el-fitri celebration.
In her reaction, a shop owner, Mr Rafiu Apalowo thanked ondo state Government for allowing commercial activities to resume in the town.
Other who spoke assured the Governor that they would continue to be law abiding to ensure peace in the town.
