Plateau LG Chairman Suspends Mining, Imposes Curfew Over Attacks
Amalau Samuel Amalau, the Chairman of Bokko Local Government Council in Plateau State, Nigeria, has taken decisive security measures by suspending both legal and illegal mining activities following a series of deadly attacks on local miners by suspected Fulani militia. The announcement, made on February 1, 2026, includes the imposition of a daily curfew in the Tenti Mandar district until further notice.
The move aims to address the fragile security situation affecting the region and intensify security surveillance to ensure the safety of residents, especially miners and visitors. Violators of the suspension order and curfew will face legal consequences.
The directive emphasizes the importance of cooperation with security agencies to restore peace and normalcy in the area.
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