Abba Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, has implemented a 24-hour curfew in response to the escalation of violence during a protest against economic hardship in the state. The governor’s spokeswoman, Sunusi Tofa delivered this statement on Thursday.
The decision was made following an Emergency State Security Council meeting that focused on tackling the increasing violence and disruptions that have arisen during civic demonstrations.
Tofa stated that in order to protect lives and prevent damage to public and private property, the decision to impose a curfew was unanimously reached during the emergency meeting.
The implementation of this curfew is an essential action to reinstate control and guarantee the security of our neighbourhoods.
“Ensuring the safety of our citizens and maintaining the integrity of our state’s institutions and businesses is of utmost importance,” he stated.
The governor urged all citizens to maintain a state of alertness and solidarity during this arduous period. The governor urged all citizens to maintain a state of alertness and solidarity during this arduous period.
“We should not let the actions of a small number of self-centred individuals create divisions among us.”
“Collectively, we can successfully navigate these obstacles and strengthen our determination to construct a more robust and resistant Kano State,” he stated.
The statement emphasised that all security agencies in the state have been instructed to strictly adhere to the curfew, and residents are strongly advised to follow this direction in order to safeguard their own safety and the welfa
Criminals recently stole goods from the newly constructed Nigeria Communication Commission Industrial Park in Kano State. Delinquents ransack the NCC Industrial facility in Kano State.
Online images and videos depict the delinquents igniting the structure and absconding with important assets such as laptops, furniture, and electronics.
