Isinigbo/Ode clash: Ondo govt orders arrest of perpetrators, explains imposed Curfew

PRESS STATEMENT

24-HOUR CURFEW IMPOSED ON ODE, ISINIGBO

Following the escalation of violent clashes between Ode and Isinigbo communities in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, Government has imposed a 24 hour curfew on both communities with immediate effect.

Aside approving this action, Governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN equally ordered a massive manhunt for perpetrators of the despicable violence just as investigations are already on to unravel the real cause(s) of same.

With respect to the curfew, security agencies have been directed to ensure total compliance with the order. For emphasis, both Ode and Isinigbo communities have been closed down for any unathourised human movement and activity until further notice.

Signed

Donald Ojogo

Hon Commissioner for Information and Orientation

Ondo State