Police arrest 18 over riot in Zamfara
Zamfara State Police Command has arrested 18 suspects over a riot, leading to destruction of property, including the Emir of Shinkafi’s palace.
This is contained in a statement on Sunday in Gusau by the command spokesman, Muhammad Shehu.
“Youths carrying Dane guns, cutlasses and sticks destroyed the Emir of Shinkafi’s palace and two other houses in Shinkafi town.
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“A joint police and military team quickly responded and dispersed the protesters to avoid breakdown of law and order and possible loss of lives and property.
“The 18 suspects arrested are in police custody undergoing interrogation.
“Police Commissioner Mr. Abutu Yaro has directed the state CID to begin a discreet investigation into the unlawful protest, to unravel the circumstances behind the dastardly act,” Shehu said.
Yaro cautioned parents and guardians to monitor their children to prevent them from getting involved in crimes.
