The Kano State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the arrest of 54 suspects during the Eid-El-Fitr celebration in the state.
Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, said the suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons and illicit drugs across different Eid grounds on Wednesday.
Gumel also said the Police uncovered plots by some political thugs and enemies of the state who were planning to hide under political regalia to disrupt the Hawan Daushe Durbar Celebration scheduled to hold Thursday evening at the Emir’s Palace, Kofar Kudu inKano.
The police chief said the joint security forces in the State were aware of the evil plans and have set all machinery in place to ensure the peaceful conduct of the Durbar and, the safety of all residents of the as adequate deployment of manpower and equipment have been made to strategic locations in the State.
The CP however warned that anyone who attempts to disrupt the peace in the State will be arrested and made to face the wrath of the law, alongside their sponsors.
“Sallah Durbar is not a political activity, and any form of display of political parties’ symbols such as billboards and posters are instruments of misinterpretation and ultimate breakdown of law and order. Politicians are advised to prevail on their supporters to see Sallah as a celebration of unity and tradition.
He further said that 54 suspected thugs were apprehended during the Hawan Eid Sallah Day with dangerous weapons and illicit drugs recovered from them.
“The suspects will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation,” Gumel stated.
