The Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on the entire Oro-Ago District as part of measures to enhance security and protect lives and property.
The Chairman of the Local Government, Hajiya Abdulrasheed Femi Yusuf, announced the decision in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Abdulquadri Jimba in the early hours of Wednesday.
According to the statement, the curfew takes effect from 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice.
The Chairman explained that the restriction on movement is aimed at supporting ongoing security clearance operations in the area and to dislodge criminal elements threatening public safety.
“During the period of the curfew, there will be no human or vehicular movement across the entire Oro-Ago District. This measure is in support of the ongoing security operations in the area. Further review of the curfew will be communicated in due course,” the statement read.
Residents of the district have been urged to cooperate fully with security agencies and comply strictly with the directive in the interest of peace and security.
