Quit notice: Kaduna assures residents of safety

Residents of Kaduna State have been assured of their safety ahead of the deadline given the Igbo by an Arewa group to quit Northern Nigeria before October 1.

A statement from the state government said all residents have nothing to fear, no matter their ancestry.

The government commended all residents and communities for their contribution to peace and harmony and informed residents that law enforcement and security agencies were taking necessary action to prevent any threat to peace. The statement, signed by government spokesman Samuel Aruwan, said that the state government was steadfast about enforcing the law and in keeping the peace.

“The Kaduna State Government notes with commendation the efforts of the residents of our diverse state to uphold peace in their communities. The government and their security agencies are working to prevent any threats to this cherished harmony. Vigorous security patrols will continue as part of concrete action to reassure residents and demonstrate that bad behaviour is unwelcome and will not be tolerated.

“When some elements barged into our state capital to deliver an illegal ultimatum to a section of our community, the government condemned it and ordered the arrest of those concerned.

The Kaduna State Government followed up with a formal criminal complaint to the police, and has obtained a bench warrant against them. Therefore, anybody that sights them or is aware of their location should proudly discharge the civic duty of informing the police,” the statement said.