Plateau imposes overnight curfew and motorcycle ban in three LGAs
Plateau State has imposed an immediate 6pm-to-6am curfew in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu after what it described as emerging security threats. The order begins on September 21, 2026, remains in force until further notice and includes an immediate ban on motorcycles.
The Plateau State Government has imposed an immediate dusk-to-dawn curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas following what it described as emerging security threats in the three areas. The directive takes effect on Monday, September 21, 2026, and restricts movement between 6pm and 6am every day until further notice. The government said the measure is intended to maintain public order, protect lives and give security agencies time to stabilise the affected communities.
In a statement signed by Commissioner for Information and Communication Joyce Lohya Ramnap, the government urged residents to comply with the restriction. It advised them to organise commercial, agricultural and personal activities around the restricted hours to avoid hardship or confrontation. The government also ordered an immediate ban on motorcycles throughout the affected local government areas.
Security operatives were directed to enforce both measures strictly, while the state said enforcement would be carried out professionally for law-abiding residents.
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