The Kaduna State Government on Wednesday debunked reports claiming that hundreds of bandits have gathered along the Zaria road and are planning to attack travellers.
Responding to the viral message, the state’s Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, stated that the rumours are fake.
According to him, the road is safe and travellers, as well as, residents are urged to go about their normal activities without fear.
“The attention of the Kaduna State Government has been drawn to a widely circulated message advising citizens not to enter or exit Zaria, alleging the presence of hundreds of bandits at Dumbi and Jaji along the route to Zaria.
“The Kaduna State Government wishes to firmly debunk that message and urges citizens to disregard it completely. It is an obvious attempt to spread panic.
“The Kaduna State Government assures all citizens and travellers that the Kaduna-Zaria route is safe for travel. Residents are urged to go about their normal activities and pay no attention to the false report,” the statement read.
