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Protest, prohibited across the state: Kaduna
Protest, prohibited across the State: Kaduna
The Kaduna government has warned residents that any street protester will face the wrath of the law.
In a statement on Sunday by Samuel Aruwan, commissioner for internal security, the government directed any group or individuals who disprove election results to take advantage of “legal instruments provided by the Electoral Act”.
The State also cautioned that the announcement of results is solely the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) duty.
Kaduna warns residents against protests over election results
It says Citizens must avoid street protests over election results – or any other kind- to
preserve the atmosphere of calm so far experienced. It explains that security agencies will handle actions that may disrupt
public peace decisively.
The state government stressed that the announcement of election results is the exclusive duty of
the Independent National Electoral Commission, saying that any Individuals and groups involved in
the unofficial publication of results should be aware that they constitute serious threats to public
peace and order.
Governor Nasiru El-Rufai continues to monitor the security situation regarding the conduct
of the elections alongside security agencies in the State.
Nigeria held its presidential and national assembly elections on Saturday.
The poll results are still collated, and winners will be announced.
Protest, prohibited across the State: Kaduna
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