Bayelsa State Government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Ogboinbiri Community following a violent clash that left one person dead.
The curfew, which runs from dusk until dawn each day, is meant to restore order and prevent further bloodshed in the community. The government did not specify when the restriction would be lifted or provide details about what triggered the initial clash.
One person lost his life in the violence, though the state has not released the victim's name or the exact circumstances of his death. Residents of Ogboinbiri now face restrictions on movement during evening and night hours, effectively shutting down normal community activity after sunset.
The decision reflects the government's assessment that the situation in the community remains unstable enough to warrant such drastic measures. Bayelsa has deployed security personnel to enforce the curfew and prevent residents from flouting the order. Anyone caught on the streets during curfew hours faces arrest and possible prosecution. The government has called on residents to cooperate with security forces and report any suspicious activities that might reignite tensions.
Officials have not announced when they will review the curfew or what conditions must be met before it is lifted. Ogboinbiri residents have been told to settle their differences through dialogue and community leaders have been asked to facilitate reconciliation efforts. The state government plans to investigate the clash fully and identify those responsible for the violence.
