Zamfara State Governor, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has ordered the immediate closure of some markets in the State.

Hon. Ibrahim Magaji Dosara, State Commissioner for Information, disclosed in a press statement that the government is disturbed by the senseless killings, maiming and general destruction of lives and property of the mostly farming communities.  

The affected 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.

Dosara  stated “The government, therefore, 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.

“Meanwhile, the State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs was directed to as a matter of urgency, mobilise to the affected communities and provide immediate assistance to the families of the victims.

“The government also deemed it necessary to order for the immediate closure of the following markets beginning from today Thursday, April 22, 2021, until further notice.

“Security agencies are hereby directed to ensure strict compliance. They are also ordered to deal, ruthlessly, with anyone found violating law and order within and around the affected markets.”