No fewer than 157 suspected hoodlums found with looted items during the #Endbadgoverment protest in Kano have been arrested by the police.... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶ ... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶
The hoodlums attacked Several supermarkets at Nassarawa Quarters and NCC office located at Audu Bako Secretariat, along Government House Kano in the early hours of Thursday
According to the update released by the police authority, “at approximately 10:00 AM today, groups of hoodlums, under the guise of participating in the nationwide protest, launched attacks on several establishments in Kano State. These incidents have disrupted public order and safety, necessitating immediate action by the Kano State Police Command.”
“The following incidents were reported:
– Attacks on Supermarkets: Several supermarkets at Nassarawa Quarters were attacked, resulting in significant property damage and theft.
– Arson at NCC Office: Multiple motor vehicles at the NCC office, Audu Bako Secretariat, along Government House Kano, were set ablaze. The fire has since been brought under control through swift intervention.”
“Items recovered from the hoodlums includes,AK-47 rifle, large quantity of looted properties has also been recovered from the suspects.
In response to these disturbances, the Kano State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew to restore order and ensure the safety of residents.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the Kano State Police Command is committed to maintaining peace and security in the state.
