Ondo reiterates ban on nightclub activities

The Ondo State Government yesterday reiterated that the ban on nightclub activities was still in force, especially in Akure, the state capital.

The state government in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr Donald Ojogo, said the action became imperative due to rising cases of insecurity.

Ojogo said: “Specifically, these noticeable cases are traceable to the activities of cult groups and ancillary circumstances.

“Further to this, nightclubs and their late hour activities have heightened this ugly situation. Most importantly, such locations on major roads in the state capital are most culpable. This is abhorrent.

“In the light of the foregoing, the government wishes to reiterate its ban on late hour activities of nightclubs, pubs and public bars.

“Succinctly, any violation of this ban from 12 midnight shall be met with a commensurate action by relevant authorities.

“For emphasis, no nightclub, pub or public bar must operate beyond midnight, starting from July 8, 2021.

“Accordingly, relevant security agencies, including the Amotekun Corps, have been briefed and directed to carry out this renewed vigour and directive in this regard.”