BREAKING: Another Governor Imposes Curfew As Fear Rises Over Violent Protest

Amid fears of escalating violence during the nationwide protest against hardship, the Jigawa State government has imposed a 24-hour curfew.

Announcing the curfew in a media broadcast, the state governor, Malam Umar Namadi, described the situation in the state as very unfortunate.

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“The situation in which the peaceful demonstration turned violent characterized by destruction and looting is totally unaccepted and it is not in our culture. Therefore we will not allow it to continue unabated.

He said, “To ensure the return of peace and stability, we announced 24 hours curfew. However, for today, Friday, the curfew will be relaxed between 12:00 to 02:30pm to allow people to attend Friday mosque.

 

 

“Together with security agencies, we will continue to study the situation and take appropriate action to safeguard the life and property of people against miscreants and hoodlums across the state.”

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