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Bauchi State suspends cattle markets over insecurity concerns
via Punch Nigeria19 hours ago1 min read
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has approved the immediate suspension of all commercial activities in selected cattle markets across Alkaleri, Bauchi, Kirfi, and Tafawa Balewa local government areas. The governor's Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, stated that this measure addresses rising security concerns, including the use of these markets for criminal activities such as cattle rustling, killings, kidnapping for ransom, extortion, and the exchange of weapons and illegal monetary supply. Gidado noted that these markets have become targets for criminal elements, leading to livestock theft, terrorization of traders, disruption of food supply chains, and significant economic losses. The state government views this situation as unacceptable and a threat to community livelihoods. The suspension is temporary, pending significant improvement in the security situation, and security agencies have been directed to ensure strict compliance. Local Government Councils, traditional rulers, Emirs, District Heads, and Village Heads in the affected areas are tasked with sensitizing their subjects and monitoring compliance. The affected markets include numerous locations within the specified local government areas.
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