Police restrict movement in two Kano LGAs ahead of by-election

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The Kano State Police Command has imposed an 18-hour restriction on movement in Kano Municipal and Ungogo Local Government Areas. This measure is in preparation for Saturday's by-election.

The Kano State Police Command announced the restriction to ensure security during the upcoming by-election. The measure affects movement across the specified local government areas from an unspecified start time until 18 hours later on Saturday. This step is taken ahead of the electoral event in the region. No further details on the exact timing or reasons beyond security were provided in the announcement. The police aim to maintain order in these areas during the voting process.

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