.Restrict movements
From Sola Ojo, Kaduna
The Kaduna State Police Command on Friday said the Command has intensified security measures in some of the Local Government areas where reruns and by-election are to be held this Saturday, February 3.
These Local Governments which spread across the three senatorial zones include Chikun, Igabi, Kachia, Kudan, Kaduna South, Kagarko, and Kauru.
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Mansir Hassan in a statement on behalf of the Commissioner of Police in the State A D Ali also announced full vehicular movement restriction from midnight of Saturday, February 3, 2024, to 5 p.m.
The Command clarified that essential personnel like staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), election observers, medical personnel, and accredited media are exempted from movement restrictions in the above-mentioned areas.
The Command then reaffirmed its dedication to ensuring successful reruns and by-election, urging the public, especially the political class and voters, to cooperate with law enforcement for a peaceful electoral process.
The Command, however, cautioned against unauthorised presence at Registration Area Centres (RAC), polling units, and collation centres, emphasising that individuals with the intent to constitute nuisance would face arrest and prosecution.
For any incidents, the public is encouraged to report to the Police emergency numbers on 08075391105
and 07039675856.