The Kaduna State Police Command has detained 39 suspected hoodlums, including a tailor producing Russian flags, during the ‘end bad governance’ protests. The command’s spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrests in a statement issued on Monday.
The detained individuals were seen displaying Russian and Chinese flags and were involved in vandalizing private and public properties. Among the damaged properties were a Hilux vehicle belonging to KADVS, a Toyota Yaris owned by a journalist, and the KASTLEA office in Zone 6, Zaria, which was set on fire.
Police, along with other security agencies, intervened to restore order. During the confrontation, the suspects used stones, catapults, and other weapons. The police managed to calm the situation using minimal tear gas.
Recovered items included 38 Russian flags, one Chinese flag, two catapults with a bag of stones, and various vandalized items.
The state Commissioner of Police, Mr. Audu Dabigi, commended his officers for their professional conduct and warned residents to adhere to the imposed curfew, assuring that violators would face arrest and prosecution. He appealed for cooperation from all citizens to help ensure the swift restoration of peace in Kaduna State.