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The Kaduna State Security Council has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Kaduna and Zaria Metropolitan Cities.
This as a result of the massive protest in some parts of the state were thousands of youths are out on the streets, demanding an end to what they described as bad governance.
The protesters said President Bola Tinubu addressed to the nation calling for calm, as one citizen did not address their demands.
In a statement issued by the Overseeing Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs,
Samuel Aruwan, said the measure was taken in the interest of peace with sufficient evidence 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.
According to him the unfortunate development, the Kaduna State Security Council under the leadership of Governor Uba Sani,has unanimously resolved to impose a 24-hour curfew on Kaduna and Zaria Metropolises and environs with immediate effect.
He advised citizens to remain indoors while security forces continue to work to maintain safety and security. noting that monitoring will be sustained for review of the curfew as required.
