Some residents of Zaria, Kaduna State, on Thursday expressed happiness as a Primary and Secondary School “Fudiyya School” belonging to Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) popularly called Shi’ite sect was demolished in Zaria.
The school called “Fudiyya Centre” is located at Babban-Dodo, Gangaren-Fadama, in Zaria.
A cross section of the residents hailed the government for embarking on the exercise..
Malam Musa Musa, a resident of the area, said the demolition was not only a welcome idea but a good step in the right direction.
“We have long been waiting for this action; it came at a time we did not expect. However, we are really happy with what happened today.
“These people have been disturbing us whenever they are conducting their activities,” he said.
Another resident, Malam Baba Bala, advised Kaduna State Government not to relent in its efforts to curtail the `worrisome activities’ of Shi’ite sect which according to him, were infringing on the rights of others.
“I must confess that Zaria is now safe without El-Zakzaky.
“We are behind what this government is doing; we hope it will carry out the good work to its logical conclusion,” Bala added.
The demolition commenced about 2:30 p.m. under the supervision of armed security personnel.
When contacted for comment, officials of KASUPDA declined comment, saying they have no authority to speak to the media.
Mr Samuel Aruwan, the Director-General, Media to Governor Nasiru El-Rufa’i, said he just received the information.
