15 Imams arrested for defying lockdown order in Kano
The Kano State
Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 15 Imams who reportedly defied the
lockdown order issued by Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, amid the outbreak of
Coronavirus in the state.
The Imams who
reportedly led Juma’at prayers in violation of the state government's order
meant for public safety, were arrested at Kano Municipal, Garko, Gwale, Karaye
and Tarauni local government areas of the state.
Kano Police
Spokesperson, Abdullahi Haruna said the suspects were apprehended by members of
Kano State Hisbah Board who transferred the case to the police for thorough
investigation and prosecution.
Haruna said;
“The suspects were
arrested for defying the lockdown order by leading Friday congregational
prayers in their respective localities. You must note that the decision for the
lockdown was reached in consultation with the religious leaders in the state
but these people, most of whom are not Imams, out of defiance, went ahead to
organise and lead the prayer."
The suspects had
confessed to violating the lockdown order and will soon be charged to court.
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