Violence breaks out in Katsina, Civil Defence vehicle burnt

Violence breaks out in Katsina, Civil Defence vehicle burnt

The peaceful protest against hardships and hunger led by various youth groups in Katsina on Thursday, August 1, turned violent when police teargassed the demonstrators, leading to the looting and burning of vehicles belonging to the Civil Defense Corps.

Violence erupted when different protest groups converged at the Modoji Road roundabout near Government House Katsina, attempting to force their way into the premises to meet the Acting Governor but were resisted by security agencies.

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The violence led to several injuries, including three policemen.