Wike Lifts Curfew In Rivers After Two Months

The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has lifted the two-month-old curfew imposed on the state as a result of attacks on security operatives and formations in the state by unknown gunmen.

The governor said the lifting of the curfew will begin from Wednesday, July 7, 2021.

Wike who disclosed this during a state broadcast on Tuesday also mentioned that the state government acknowledges the negative impact of the curfew on business and the social-economic well-being of the state and its residents.

Wike’s Special Assistant on Media, Kelvin Ebiri relayed the broadcast in a statement titled, ‘Governor Wike lifts night curfew on Rivers State,’ released to newsmen in Port Harcourt.

The governor said the ease of the curfew is sequel to the measurable improvements in the security situation in the state as well as in other neighbouring states.

He explained that in imposing the curfew, the government’s main concern and interest still remains the security of the state, and no sacrifice or price can be said to be too much for the preservation of lives and property.

“We have decided to lift the existing curfew on the entire state from tomorrow 7th July 2021,” the statement said.

While thanking the residents for their understanding and cooperation during the duration of the curfew, Wike urged them to remain security conscious and report any suspicious situation to the security agencies for action.