Residents of Adamawa state on Sunday stormed warehouses in the North East state and made away with hundreds of sacks of grain.
The development is coming amid widespread suffering and hardship occasioned by galloping inflation and subsidy removal from petrol which have sent the prices of food, transport and other essential commodities through the roof.
In a viral video of the invasion of the warehouses, which are said to be owned by government, on Sunday, hundreds of locals were seen fleeing the scene of the pandemonium with their loots balanced on their heads or clutched tightly to their chests.
To bring the situation under control and restore normalcy, the state governor, Mr. Ahmadu Fintiri, has imposed a 24-hour curfew in the state.
The governor announced the decision on Sunday via his verified Twitter handle.
The governor explained that the action became necessary in order to protect businesses in the state and maintain law and order. “Effective immediately on Sunday, July 30, 2023, I, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, have declared a 24-hour curfew in Adamawa State due to escalating violence by hoodlums attacking people and businesses. No movement is allowed, except for essential duties with a valid ID. Your safety is our priority – please comply for the well-being of all”. The governor echoed.
They've had enough in Yola, Adamawa State. pic.twitter.com/JZUIm3pjlV
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