Yobe, Kano, Borno Announce Curfews Following 14 Protester Deaths

Yobe, Kano, Borno Announce Curfews Following 14 Protester Deaths

ABUJA — At least 14 individuals, including a policeman, were killed on the first day of nationwide protests against economic hardship. The fatalities occurred in various locations: six in Suleja, Niger State; four in Maiduguri, Borno State; three in Kaduna State; and one in Kebbi State……… CONTINUE READING 

The protests, initially peaceful, turned violent, leading to the imposition of curfews in Borno and Kaduna states. Clashes were also reported in Abuja, Delta, and Bayelsa, though demonstrations in Lagos, Oyo, and Osun remained largely peaceful.

In Suleja, protesters were killed while security forces attempted to dismantle barricades on the Abuja-Kaduna highway, which had trapped numerous passengers and motorists. Among the deceased was Yahaya Nda Isah, who was struck by a stray bullet while passing near the Suleja Police ‘A’ division. Another victim, Mallam Abu, was also killed by stray bullets.

The unrest in Maiduguri claimed the lives of four Kime filling station staff, with some reports suggesting they were killed by stray bullets, while others claimed an explosion was responsible. The police have imposed a 24-hour curfew in Borno due to escalating violence and a recent bomb blast in Kawuri village, Konduga LGA.

In Kaduna, the protest turned violent, resulting in three deaths and numerous injuries. Eyewitnesses reported that security forces used hot water and other means to disperse crowds, leading to fatalities among unarmed protesters.

In Kebbi, a businessman was killed when protesters blocked a federal highway in Yauri, and marine police allegedly fired at the crowd. Efforts to reach local police for comment were unsuccessful.

Yobe State has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Potiskum, Gashua, and Nguru to curb violence and looting. Similarly, Kano State’s Governor Abba Yusuf declared a 24-hour curfew after protesters engaged in widespread looting and destruction. The curfew aims to restore order following extensive property damage and clashes.

In Abuja, military forces took over the AYA-Kubwa highway after protesters began blocking the road and extorting motorists. The protests, which began peacefully, escalated into violence and extortion as demonstrators clashed with security forces.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike urged protesters to engage in dialogue, commending those who demonstrated peacefully and calling for an end to violence.

In Lagos, protests were conducted peacefully, with demonstrators presenting a 15-point demand list, including constitutional reforms, increased minimum wage, and improved public services.

Amid the unrest, President Bola Tinubu and Minister Wike met at the Presidential Villa, though details of their discussions were not disclosed.

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