Matawalle orders closure of some markets in Zamfara
Following acts of terrorism against innocent people carrying out their legitimate businesses in Zamfara, the State Governor, Bello Mohammed Matawalle has ordered for immediate closure of some markets in the State.
The markets are Magami Market in Gusau Local Government Area, Dansadau Market in Maru Local Government Area, Wake weekly market in Gusau, and Dauran Market in Zurmi Local Government Area.
In a press statement signed by the state commissioner for information, Hon. Ibrahim Magaji Dosara, the government disturbed by the senseless killings, maiming and general destruction of lives and property of the farming communities condoled with the families of the victims.
“The government has ordered the immediate stock-taking of the damages inflicted on the affected communities to provide the needed support and assistance for the families of the victims.
The State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has been directed to as a matter of urgency, provide immediate assistance to the families of the victims.
“The government also deemed it necessary to order for the immediate closure of some markets beginning from today Thursday, April 22, 2021, until further notice.
