Days after the nationwide protest which turned violent ended, the Kaduna State Government has lifted the curfew imposed on Kaduna and Zaria cities.
Samuel Aruwan, the commissioner for internal security and home affairs said the current 6:00 pm to 8:00 am curfew has been lifted.
Mr Aruwan in a statement issued on Tuesday, August 13, in Kaduna said the curfew was lifted by the state governor, Uba Sani, after an extensive review of the security situation in the cities by the State Security Council.
He said, “The removal of the curfew is effective immediately, from today Tuesday, August 13.”
He urged law-abiding citizens and residents of the state to move freely and engage in their legitimate activities in Kaduna and Zaria towns and their environs with no restriction.
Mr Aruwan added, “The State Security Council during the extensive assessment held last night unanimously recommended the removal of the curfew and 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.”
He also assured that the state’s security council and other relevant agencies would continue to be on the lookout for threats to public peace, and prosecute persons or groups posing such threats.
“Gov. Sani, presiding over the briefing, 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 the state,” Aruwan said
