…Bans sale of petrol in jerrycans in the affected LGAs
By Gabriel Udeh, Kaduna
Following worsening security situation, Kaduna state government has announced the suspension of all weekly markets in Birnin Gwari, Igabi, Giwa, Chikun and Kajuru local government areas of Kaduna state with immediate effect.
A statement by the state commissioner of internal security and Home Affairs Mr Samuel Aruwan on Monday evening also stated that government has banned the selling of petrol in jerrycans within and outside premises of petrol stations in the five local governments.
The state Security Update: Monday 30th August 2021, stated that “After a thorough review of the security situation and recommendations put forward by the security agencies, the Kaduna State Government wishes to announce the suspension of all weekly markets in Birnin Gwari, Igabi, Giwa, Chikun and Kajuru local government areas with immediate effect.
“The government has also banned the selling of petrol in jerrycans within and outside premises of petrol stations in the five local government areas listed, with immediate effect.
“Security personnel have been directed to ensure compliance with these directives.
“Citizens are enjoined to cooperate with the government as necessary steps are taken against banditry and criminality across the state.
“The Kaduna State Security Operations Room remains open for receiving useful information” the statement read.
