The Jigawa State Police Command has commenced the prosecution of arrested looters and violent protesters during the August 1 protest in the State.
Recall that the Command had stated that it arrested 212 suspects in connection with the recent unrest.
The Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Tijjani Abdullahi, made the disclosure while briefing newsmen in the State. He intimated them on the security situation and measures taken to maintain law and order.
Abdullahi noted that the nationwide protests, which commenced on August 1, rapidly escalated as protesters became destructive, and ignored all appeals to demonstrate peacefully.
“The situation spiraled out of control, resulting in the destruction of government property. The disruption of economic activities and spread of violence to other Local Government Areas.
“To restore order and ensure public safety, the police deployed additional personnel and equipment. While the State Government declared a 24-hour curfew across the State.
He revealed that Seventy-four suspected looters have been charged to court. And some looted items recovered including, motorcycles, tricycles, bicycles, bags of fertilizer, and chairs. Others are cartons of mosquito nets, rice, and office furniture.
In a related development, the Jigawa State Commissioner of Information, Youth, Sport, and Culture Sagir Musa, disclosed that the government is closely monitoring the situation and is working closely with security agencies in this regard.
He emphasized that the outcome of their engagement with police, army and other security agencies will determine if the State Government considers relaxing the curfew.
Sagir Musa, however, insisted the situation is under control. He added that the Government and security agencies will continue to work together to prevent any breakdown of law and order and maintain peace in the State.
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