The Kaduna state government has relaxed the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on it citizens following the breakdown of law and order during the demonstration seeking an end to bad governance in the country.
The decision to relax the 24-hour curfew, according to the Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, was taken by the state Security Council under the leadership of Governor Uba Sani.
By this review, the curfew will now be in effect from 6pm to 8am daily, Samuel Aruwan
the commissioner of the Internal Security and Home Affairs said in a statement signed on Wednesday.
This implies that citizens may move freely and carry out their legitimate activities between 8am and 6pm, and will revert to the curfew from 6pm to 8am
“The Kaduna State Security Council reiterates its total commitment to the peace and security of the State, and will continue to take all steps deemed necessary for their preservation.
“Furthermore, the security forces will continue to vigorously enforce the curfew from 6pm to 8am, and will be decisive in confronting actions which may lead to a breakdown of law and order during periods of movement as well as restriction.
“This is with effect from tomorrow, Thursday 8th August, 2024.”
