Kaduna declares dusk to dawn curfew 2 LGs

The Kaduna state government has imposed a dusk to dawn curfew in the volatile Kajuru and Chikum Local Governments of the state following the escalation of killings in the two council areas.

A statement by the spokesman to Governor Nasir el Rufai, Samuel Aruwan said the decision to impose the curfew was informed by the latest security assessment.

Reports indicate that no less than 100 persons have been allegedly killed in Kajuru by unknown gunmen in the last three days.

The statement by Samuel Aruwan states that “security assessments have necessitated the imposition of a dusk to dawn curfew in all parts of Kajuru Local Government Area, effective from March 13.

“The dusk to dawn curfew is also extended to Kujama and Maraban Rido, which are in Chikun Local Government. The curfew in the affected areas will be in effect from 6pm to 6am daily until further notice.

“Security agencies have been directed to ensure strict enforcement of the curfew. The Kaduna state government appeals to all residents and communities in the affected areas to bear the inconvenience of the curfew and cooperate with the security agencies.”