By Uzair Adam Tension engulfed Rano Local Government Area of Kano State on Monday following the death of a young man, Abdullahi Musa, who reportedly died in police custody during interrogation.
It was gathered that Abdullahi was arrested on Sunday for an alleged traffic offence. His sudden death sparked outrage in the community, prompting a protest, mainly by youth.
What started as a peaceful demonstration soon turned violent when protesters stormed the Rano Divisional Police Headquarters and set it on fire.Amid the unrest, a police officer was reportedly injured after being attacked.
The officer, whose identity remains undisclosed, is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
Eyewitnesses said the situation escalated when police allegedly opened fire to disperse the crowd, injuring two young men in the process.
“We were protesting peacefully and demanded answers about Abdullahi Musa. But things got out of hand when the police began shooting,” a resident said.
Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the incident and assured that a full investigation would be carried out.
“A thorough investigation will be conducted to uncover the truth, by the Grace of God,” he said.