By MOHAMMAD TIJANI

The Kaduna State Police Command says a clash that occurred on Wednesday at Unguwan Yero in Kaduna suburb was a youth clash not a religious conflict as being circulated in a video.

A statement by the Command Spokesman, DSP Mansir Hassan, said calm has been restored in the area.

Hassan said the attention of the Command had been drawn to a video circulating on social media alleging a religious clash in Unguwan Yero, Kaduna.

“The Command wishes to categorically clarify that the incident was not a religious conflict, but a clash between youths from the same community,” he said.

He said the situation was promptly addressed by security personnel and was currently under control.

Hassan said to prevent further escalation, adequate security personnel had been deployed to the area, while necessary measures were being taken to sustain peace and forestall a recurrence.

He said Investigation had also commenced into the circumstances surrounding the incident, and anyone found culpable would be made to face the full weight of the law.

The spokesman said the Commissioner of Police strongly cautioned members of the public against spreading unverified information, sensational reports or misleading narratives capable of creating unnecessary tension and inciting violence.

He urged residents to exercise restraint, embrace mutual tolerance and peaceful coexistence, irrespective of their differences.

Hassan reassured residents that Kaduna State remained peaceful and that all necessary security measures were in place to protect lives and property.

He said anyone who attempted to disrupt the existing peace would be dealt with decisively in accordance with the law.

He encouraged members of the public to remain calm, go about their lawful activities and report any suspicious activities or security concerns to the nearest police station. (NAN)