The chairman of Gboko Local Government Area in Benue State imposes a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Gboko town following violent unrest linked to a protest by commercial motorcycle riders. The local council announces the restrictions as immediate measures to contain further disorder.
Outlets report that the unrest escalates after the killing of a commercial motorcycle operator by unknown gunmen, after which riders protest and violence follows. The council chairman also announces the immediate suspension of the executive council of the Benue Motorcycle Hirers Association (BEMOA), Gboko branch. One report adds that Civil Protection Guards vehicles are burned during the unrest, highlighting the severity of the violence. Across sources, the curfew and suspension are presented as steps taken by the local authorities in response to the breakdown of order in the area.
