Benue State Governor signs executive order banning public gatherings after 10 PM to curb kidnappings, murders, and intimidation by local warlords and militia groups.
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia signed an executive order imposing restrictions on public activities and practices, including a ban on wakes, rallies, and other public gatherings beyond 10 pm. The order aims to address the rise in kidnappings, murders, and intimidation by local warlords and militia groups, and is grounded in the 1999 Constitution and the Public Order Act. Violators face fines between ₦20,000 and ₦500,000 or imprisonment based on offence severity.
May 25, 2024
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