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From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has relaxed the curfew in Amasiri community, Afikpo Local Government Area of the state, imposed following killings and destruction in Akpoha and Okporojo Oso Edda in the Afikpo and Edda local government areas.
He said the curfew will now run from 6 pm to 7 am, instead of 10 am to 12 pm.
The governor disclosed this while briefing journalists after the state security council meeting, which was attended by security chiefs in the state.
He said security agencies have arrested some suspects in connection with the killings and that the suspects, who have been in detention, will immediately be arraigned.
“The Ebonyi State Security Council met on February 17, 2026, at the Executive Council Chamber, Government House, Abakaliki.
“At the meeting, the council reviewed the curfew earlier imposed on Amasiri Autonomous Community.
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“After careful deliberation and consideration of ongoing investigations, as well as progress made by security agencies, the council adjusted the curfew to run from 6 pm to 7 am daily.
“The council deliberated on key measures required to restore total normalcy to Amasiri, Okporojo and Akpoha autonomous communities.
“It resolved that urgent steps must be taken to demonstrate the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property.
“The council further agreed that all persons arrested in connection with the crisis between the affected communities should be charged to court without delay, rather than remaining in police custody.
“A lot of people have been arrested in connection with the killings. Some of them came to this security council meeting from detention to give us information; they were brought from cell to talk to us.
“We are also stretching our hands to get those who are not in the cells and get them arrested too,” he said.
