The Kaduna state government has debunked the reported rumours of a 24 hour curfew imposed in the state, as a result of protest.
Clarifying in an interview with newsmen, the Chief of Staff, Government House Kaduna, Alhaji Sani Liman Kila said that there was no curfew imposed as it has been reported.
He said the State Governor, Senator Uba Sani has met with the security chiefs thursday's evening to review the situation and confirmed that everything is under control.
Earlier in the day, Government and private offices, banks, markets, and shops were locked up in Kaduna as thousands of youths barricaded major routes in the state capital.
The protesters marching in large numbers carrying placards with various inscriptions moved toward Sir Kashim Ibrahim to register their grievance.
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Kaduna State police Command ASP Mansir Hassan who spoke to the media in front of the Sir Kasim Ibrahim House said the Command has been cautious and is doing everything possible to avoid any ugly incidents that might be created by the protest.