Why did Morocco ban burqa even though it is a Muslim country?

In an unprecedented move, Moroccan authorities took a very drastic measure when they banned the wearing, manufacturing, marketing and even the sale of the burqa. The burqa is what most Muslim women wear in order to cover themselves in public and it covers all but a tiny slit of the eyes and even that is shielded.

In the country that is almost all Muslim, the measure was unheard of but it is supposed to be for the reason of safety, to avoid people being able to hide behind it and commit theft or terroristic acts. There is surely another hidden measure. Several have used to cover up to commit crimes so it does make sense but it is highly believed there is more to the story that is being divulged. Still, the law remains in effect.