Police Arrest 269 Protesters In Kano, Vow To Impose Curfew Order
Kano State Police Command has apprehended 269 protesters found with looted items or engaging in vandalism of public and private properties.
“These individuals engaged in acts of violence, destruction, looting, and causing harm to innocent civilians and resulting in the damage of public and private properties,” a statement by the command’s spokesman, DSP Abdullahi Kiyawa said.
He said some of the looted items recovered include Jerricans of 25-litre groundnut oil, large quantity of stationeries, foodstuffs, and other valuables.
“The suspects are currently cooling their feet at the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and thereafter will be charged to court upon completion of investigation. More arrests and recoveries are in progress,” he added.
He said that the command would continue to maitain law and order, and ensure the protection of lives and properties.
“Therefore, whoever tries to cause violence, destruction, looting of people’s and Government properties, and peddling of fake news to heat up the situation will be dealt with according to the law.” the spokesman added.
“The Commissioner of Police further calls on residents to strictly obey the 24-hour curfew imposed by the State Government as violations will not be tolerated.
“The Kano Police Command will continue to take proactive measures to prevent any unscrupulous individuals or groups from causing harm or inciting violence in the State.
“Law-abiding citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly to the authorities to help maintain peace and stability of the State.
“In case of emergencies or to report any suspicious activity, please contact the Kano Police Command through the following phone numbers; 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.”
