The Kano State Government has lifted the 24-hour curfew that was imposed in response to the looting and destruction of properties during the #EndBadGovernance protest.
This decision was announced by Baba Dantiye, the state’s Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, during a broadcast on Monday.
The curfew was initially imposed on August 1 by Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf following reports of violence that erupted during the nationwide protest against bad governance and economic hardship, which began the same day.
The curfew was temporarily relaxed by five hours on August 2 to allow Muslim worshippers to observe Juma’at prayers.
Dantiye explained that the curfew’s suspension came after a review of the security situation in the state, which was found to have significantly improved.
“On behalf of His Excellency, the Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, I extend sympathy and condolences to those who have lost their properties and to the families of those who have lost their lives in the protests that occurred in our country and, indeed, in our state a few days ago,” Dantiye said.
He emphasized that the curfew had been essential for protecting lives and property during the unrest but that the government now feels confident in lifting it due to the improved security conditions. “People can now go about their business peacefully in accordance with the law and order,” he added.
The commissioner also expressed the government’s gratitude to the security agencies for their efforts in restoring peace to Kano State. He thanked the Ulama for their prayers and the people of Kano for their support and understanding during the curfew.
“His Excellency, the Governor, has further solicited continuous prayers for our country and the state,” Dantiye concluded.
