The Executive Chairman of Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. Elder Prince Godwin Ogorugba, has declared a curfew in Ozoro and its environs following recent clashes between suspected cult groups.
Key Highlights
- Isoko North Council Chairman Godwin Ogorugba imposes a curfew on Ozoro and surrounding communities over cult clashes.
- Residents, motorists and commercial motorcycle operators must remain indoors from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily.
- The curfew takes effect on Friday, October 23, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice.
- Security agencies have been directed to apprehend those involved in the violence.
- The council is working with the police, Nigerian Army and other security agencies to restore peace.
In a statement issued on Friday, October 23, 2026, following a security council meeting, Ogorugba said the decision was necessary to restore peace and order, protect lives and property, and enable security agencies to conduct thorough operations to bring the situation under control.
Ozoro Curfew Begins at 7 p.m.
According to the statement, all motorists, commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as Okada riders, and residents of Ozoro and its environs are directed to remain indoors from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily.
The curfew takes effect on Friday, October 23, 2026, and will remain in place until further notice.
The council chairman appealed to residents to comply fully with the directive and provide useful information to security agencies to assist efforts to address the security situation.
Security Agencies Directed to Arrest Suspects
Ogorugba also directed security agencies to ensure that those involved in the reported cult clashes are apprehended and brought to justice.
He assured residents that the local government council was working closely with the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Army and other security agencies to restore normalcy as soon as possible.
The council said the measures were intended to support security operations and prevent further threats to lives and property in Ozoro and neighbouring areas.
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Council Chairman Appeals for Calm
The chairman urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security personnel as efforts continue to contain the situation.
He also appealed to parents and community leaders to caution their children and wards against criminal activities and cult-related violence.
Residents are expected to observe the curfew and follow further directives from the local government and security agencies until the order is lifted.
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