The Kano state Governor Abba Yusuf has announced the imposition of a 24-hour curfew in the state following the breakdown of law and order that resulted from looting and destruction of property perpetrated by hoodlums who took advantage of the 1st August peaceful protest in the state
The governor made the announcement to newsmen at a press conference on Thursday after emerging from an emergency council meeting.
“While I commend the vast majority of peaceful protesters who stated their concerns responsibly, it is however, regrettable to say that, the whole protest that was meant to be a demonstration of democratic right to voice our concerns was hijacked by thugs and hoodlums who embarked on looting of business premises, government properties and maiming of innocent citizens, such miscreants have become persistent in wanton destructions of private
and public properties aided and by enemies of the State who have been reported to the security agencies few days back.
“After exhaustive deliberations during Emergency State Security council meeting, it was collectively decided that 24-hour curfew should be put in place to prevent further looting and vandalization of shops including indiscriminate killing and maiming of innocent citizens.
“On this note therefore, and based on the powers conferred on me by the
Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as the Chief Security Officer of the State, I have therefore, declared 24-hours curfew in the State with immediate effect” he stated.
The governor further appealed to citizens to remain law abiding because “this action is made to ensure the full protection of your
lives and properties as well as protecting public asset, places of worship and business premises” he stated.
“As we move forward, I urge all citizens to remain vigilant and to continue working together to maintain the peace and harmony we cherish so much. Let us not allow the actions of a few selfish individuals and miscreants to divide us or detract us from our shared goals.
“Together, we can overcome all challenges and build a stronger, more resilient Kano State” he said.
Finally, the governor directed all security agencies in the state to ensure full and
immediate compliance.