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Kogi Govt orders closure of Zango market

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Last updated: December 4, 2024 3:40 pm
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*Bans roadside truck parking in the area

In response to the growing security concerns in Osara and its surrounding areas, the Kogi State Government has ordered the immediate closure of Zango Market and banned the roadside parking of trucks in the vicinity.

In a Press Release signed by the Kogi State  Commissioner for Information, Hon Femi Fanwo, today, measures are aimed at preventing a potential security crisis in the area.

According the Press release, “Intelligence reports indicate that criminal elements have been using the market as a hideout, often in collaboration with some truck drivers who park along the roadside.

“This situation poses a significant security threat to the Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, and the broader Osara community.

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“To ensure strict compliance, the State Government has given market operators and truck drivers a one-week grace period, starting today, to adhere to these directives. After this period, enforcement will be fully implemented.

“His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Governor of Kogi State, has directed the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State to officially communicate this order to all relevant parties, including law enforcement agencies, to ensure seamless compliance.”

The statement further said, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, has tasked the Office of the State Security Adviser with overseeing security operations in the affected areas during and after the grace period.

“The Kogi State Government reassures residents of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding their lives and property. Proactive measures will continue to be taken to ensure that criminal activities are eradicated, leaving no room for lawlessness in the state.

“We also extend our gratitude to the citizens for their vigilance and active participation in the community-driven security framework. Your efforts in providing timely intelligence and activating grassroots security networks are invaluable to the success of our collective mission to keep Kogi safe,” it stated.

 

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