On Thursday morning, protests against economic hardship intensified in Kano as demonstrators set up a bonfire in front of the Government House.
Protesters from various parts of the city had assembled at the Government House, expecting an address from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Tensions escalated when a group of protesters gathered tires and set them ablaze near the gate.
READ ALSO: Kano sees unprecedented dual protests for Tinubu, against poor Governance
In response, security operatives stationed at the Government House fired gunshots and deployed teargas to disperse the crowd. The resulting chaos caused the protesters to scatter in different directions, ending the demonstration in disarray. The incident highlights the growing unrest and demands for governmental action amid the ongoing economic crisis.
More details shortly…
