The Zamfara State Government has imposed a curfew along the state’s borders with Katsina and Sokoto from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am.
This was announced by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Manir Haidarab in Gusau on Tuesday.
Haidara noted that the directive was part of the decision of the State Security Council Meeting.
“As from today, the state government has ordered restriction of movement along Yankara border of Zamfara with Katsina state and Bimasa Zamfara border with Sokoto state from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am daily.
“This is to tackle the incessant kidnapping of travellers along the Sokoto-Gusau-Funtua highway.
“This is part of the state government’s measures to reduce and address kidnapping activities by bandits, especially along highways in the state,” he said.
All motorists and travellers are directed to abide by the government’s order.
“Security agencies are directed to monitor the two borders and ensure full compliance,” he added
