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Protest: Kaduna govt Imposes Curfew On Kaduna, Zaria Metropolises
– As miscreants hijack protest, loot shops
The Kaduna State Security Council, has Imposed a 24-hour curfew on Kaduna and Zaria Metropolitan cities, following a hijack of the ongoing protest by hoodlums who attacked and looted shops on Monday.
A statement issued by Samuel Aruwan, the Overseeing Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, explained that the Kaduna State Security Council under the leadership of Governor Uba Sani, following a review of the security situation in the State, notified citizens that there was sufficient evidence to clearly indicate that the ongoing protest has been hijacked by criminal elements who have resorted to looting of shops and destruction of private and public property.
“In view of this unfortunate development, the Kaduna State Security Council has unanimously resolved to impose a 24-hour curfew on Kaduna and Zaria Metropolises and environs with immediate effect.”
“Citizens are advised to remain indoors while security forces continue to work to maintain safety and security. Monitoring will be sustained for review of the curfew as required,” the statement added.
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