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Police restrict night-time movement in Gombe

The police said it would deal with violators of the restrictions.

• February 7, 2025
Armed policewomen
Policewomen [Credit: The Cable]

The police command in Gombe has imposed movement restrictions from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. in the state, starting Friday.

This was announced in a statement on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Buhari Abdullahi.

He stated that the restrictions were a response to intelligence reports indicating public safety and security threats.

“Intelligence reports inundating the Police Command in Gombe State point to rising threats to the safety and security of citizens in the state,” Mr Abdullahi said.

He added that the command was determined to curb these threats. As a result, movement restrictions between 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. will take effect on February 7.

The spokesperson emphasised that the police prioritised citizens’ safety. He urged the public to cooperate in ensuring that the state remained a safe and secure place to live.

Mr Abdullahi also advised parents and guardians to caution their wards.

He warned that the police would not tolerate any attempts to violate the restrictions.

(NAN)

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