The usually bustling roads in Kaduna are empty and deserted as protesters take to the streets to voice their grievances over poor living conditions.
Ahmadu Bello Way, a major thoroughfare in the Central Business District of the Kaduna State capital, is devoid of its usual vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Typically, this area would be bustling with economic activity at this time, but today it is unusually quiet.
Public transportation services are operating at reduced capacity, with many commuters staying indoors, likely due to concerns about safety.
As the protests continue, many shops and businesses around Junction Road, Ahmadu Bello Way, Sabon Tasha, Kawo, and Mando have closed as a precautionary measure.
Traders and vendors are avoiding markets and trading centers to ensure their safety and protect their goods and properties from potential damage or looting.
Security personnel have been deployed to key locations and known flashpoints to maintain order and ensure the safety of both citizens and protesters.
The police are working to create a peaceful and secure environment for all.