Protest: Kaduna govt removes dusk-to-dawn curfew

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The Kaduna State Security Council has announced the complete removal of the 6 pm to 8 am curfew.

The state’s overseeing Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday.

Aruwan said the curfew was lifted after an extensive review of the security situation in Kaduna and Zaria towns and their environs.

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He announced that the removal of the curfew is effective immediately, starting 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 without restrictions,” Aruwan said.

“The Kaduna 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.”

Aruwan warned that processions or gatherings must be verified with the relevant agencies to avoid any breakdown of law and order and to ensure the overall security of the general public.

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He disclosed that security forces will continue to monitor for threats to public peace and will prosecute individuals or groups posing such threats.

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