The Isoko North Security Council in Delta State has relaxed the curfew imposed in Ozoro, headquarters of Isoko North Local Government Area from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
The curfew which was earlier imposed from 7:00pm to 6:00am followed series of bloody cult-related clashes in the town and its environs.
The curfew which was reviewed by the security council on Monday shortly after it’s meeting presided by the council chairman, Hon. Elder Prince Godwin Ogorugba, announced the review of the curfew, saying the decision became necessary as there is relative peace in the town.
In a statement issued, Ogorugba warned all motorists, Okada riders and residents of Ozoro and its environs to remain indoors from 10:00pm to 6:00am daily, with effect from Monday, 9, November, 2026, until further notice.
The security council however banned all forms of fireworks, popularly known as “KNOCK-OUT” and anyone caught will be dealt with squarely, warning that all unregistered vehicles and Okadas are not allowed to ply the road, this is for easy identification.
The council chairman appealed to all residents to comply with the curfew order and to endeavour to provide useful informations to the security agencies even as he directed the security agencies to widen their networks of intelligence gathering.
Ogorugba further assured that the council is working closely with the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Army and other security agencies to ensure that total normalcy returns as soon as possible.
Ogorugba appreciated all security agencies and residents of Ozoro community and its environs for their patience and cooperation with the administration in the past two weeks.
Following recent violent clashes between rival cult groups in the area, which have resulted in renewed security concerns, the Isoko North security council on October, 23, 2026 imposed curfew in Ozoro and it’s environs.
