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The Kano State Government has announced a movement restriction throughout the state in preparation for Saturday’s Local Government elections.
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The restriction will be in effect from midnight until 6 p.m. on election day, aiming to promote a peaceful and orderly polling process.
Commissioner for Information Baba Dantiye stated that this precautionary measure is designed to ensure the safety of lives and property during the elections.
He said, “The precautionary measure is expected to guarantee the safety of lives and property during the elections,” and added that “only essential services personnel, including election officials, security personnel, and accredited journalists, are exempt from the restriction.”
Dantiye urged the public to adhere to the directive and cooperate with security agencies, encouraging residents to “exercise their civic rights peacefully and avoid disrupting the election.” He confirmed that security agencies will be on high alert across all 44 local government areas, with checkpoints established to monitor compliance.
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Prof. Lawal Malumfashi, Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), reassured citizens of the commission’s readiness to conduct credible elections, stating, “We are fully prepared to conduct free, fair and credible elections across the 44 Local Government Areas in the state.”
He identified participating political parties, including the Action Alliance, Zenith Labour Party, and New Nigeria People’s Party, among others.
Malumfashi said that the government’s decision to impose movement restrictions is a necessary step to prevent violence and ensure voter safety.
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