…Charges security forces on rule of law
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Paul Arkwright has expressed concern over the recent violent clash between the Nigerian Army and the Islamic Movement of Nigeria in Zaria that left an unspecified number of people dead, as well as the violent protest in Kaduna.
He equally charged the security forces to conduct their operations within the rule of law.
The envoy expressed his concern in a statement he issued in Abuja on Wednesday.
Arkwright said: “Like many across Nigeria, I am following with concern the reports of violence in Zaria over the weekend between the Nigerian security forces and the Islamic Movement of Nigeria.
“I am further concerned at reports that protests in Kaduna have turned violent.
“Nigeria’s religious and ethnic diversity adds a great deal to this country’s rich culture.
“It is important, therefore, that Nigerians of all faiths are allowed to assemble and worship freely.
