The Kano Police Command has issued a 24-hour curfew across the state in response to the Election Petition Tribunal’s decision to remove the state governor, Abba Yusuf from office.
In a statement, Muhammed Gumel, the police commissioner of the state, urged all residents to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and abide by the curfew regulations.
Furthermore, Commissioner Gumel cautioned that individuals found in violation of the curfew would face immediate arrest and legal consequences.
“The curfew is a constitutional mandate of the Nigeria Police force alongside the relevant Internal security and law enforcement agencies to preserve law and order in the state.
“Going forward, Kano State residents are called upon to note that combined security forces have already been dispatched to the nooks and crannies including the entry and exits of the state to ensure enforcement and strict compliance of the 24-hour curfew order as communicated by the State Government via letter with Reference No: K/SEC/H/435/T.1/153 dated 20th September, 2023.
“The curfew takes effect from 6 pm on Wednesday, 20th September (to) 6 pm on Thursday, 21st September 2023.
‘Violators will be arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law.
“Finally, I wish to appreciate all the peace-loving people of the state and urge them to remain law abiding as it’s in the best interest of all that we come together to maintain law and order in the state,” the police commissioner said.
