The Kaduna State Government has relaxed the curfew in Kaduna metropolis and environs with immediate effect. Senior Special Assistant to the Governor (Media & Publicity),Mr. Samuel Aruwan who confirmed this development in a statement Sunday also said “residents are free to pursue their legitimate activities from now till 5pm today, Sunday, 28th October 2018.”
The statement added that:”From tomorrow, Monday, 29th October 2018, the curfew is relaxed from 6am to 5pm, daily. Residents of Kaduna metropolis, Kasuwan Magani, Kajuru, and Kateri now join the people of Kachia in having free movement during daytime hours.
“Banks and markets are expected to reopen and deliver services as usual. The Kaduna State Government has also requested the airlines and the Nigerian Railway Corporation to promptly resume normal services to Kaduna.”
However, the statement said, “Nighttime curfew hours will continue to be enforced from 5pm to 6am, until further notice.”
The Kaduna State Government urged residents to remain peaceful, law-abiding and vigilant.