Kaduna State government has lifted the 6pm to 8am curfew it imposed on Zaria and Kaduna cities and their environs in the wake of the #endbadgovernance# nationwide protest.
Samuel Aruwan, the state
Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, announced this in a statement on Tuesday.
He said the lifting of the curfew is effective immediately, from today Tuesday, 13th August 2024.
“With this development, law-abiding citizens are free to move and engage in legitimate activities in Kaduna and Zaria towns and their environs with no restriction,” he said.
Aruwan said the Kaduna State Security Council during an extensive assessment meeting held Monday night unanimously recommended the complete removal of the curfew.
He said the security council under Governor Uba Sani also reiterated its commitment to the security and safety of the citizenry in Kaduna State.
” The Security Council also warned that processions or gatherings must be verified with the relevant agencies to avoid any breakdown of law and order, and for the overall security of the general public.
” The Council further disclosed that security forces will continue to be on the lookout for threats to public peace, and will prosecute persons or groups posing such threats,” he said.
According to the statement, Governor Sani, during the meeting commended the leadership of the security agencies, religious and traditional leaders, and all critical stakeholders for the roles they played in containing the unfortunate events which followed the protest in Kaduna and Zaria.
“The Governor assured the critical stakeholders of his inclusive and participatory stance, and that he would continue to engage them towards ensuring the peace, unity and development of Kaduna State,” Aruwan said. (vitalnewsngr.com)
