Governor Willie Obiano has imposed a 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. curfew on Omor and Anaku communities in the Ayamelum local government area.

This is contained in a statement issued by Solo Chukwulobelu, Secretary to the State Government.

The government said, “The curfew begins on Monday. The two communities should obey the order as security personnel are on strict orders to enforce the curfew directives.

“The government has lifted the curfew imposed on Igbariam, Aguleri, Umueri, Nteje, Awkuzu, and Umunya communities on April 26, following the return of normalcy in the areas.”

On Sunday, a violent clash broke out between residents of Anaku and Omor communities.

Three people were killed in the clash, said the police.

On Sunday, the police in Anambra, Tochukwu Ikenga, said normalcy had returned to the area.

Mr Ikenga added that Chris Owolabi, Commissioner of Police in the state, personally led a team of operatives to quell the crisis between the neighbouring communities.

He explained that the command was gathering information on the extent of damage and assured that the police were making efforts to avoid deterioration of the situation and ensure lasting peace.

“Normalcy has been restored in the area, and our men are still on the ground to ensure the safety of life and property. So far, we have recovered three bodies which have been deposited at the morgue,” said Mr Ikenga.

(NAN)