By Bashir Hassan Abubakar
The Bauchi State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of operations in selected cattle markets across Alkaleri, Bauchi, Kirfi and Tafawa Balewa Local Government Areas, citing rising insecurity.
A statement from Government House said the decision, approved by Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, affects several markets identified as hotspots for criminal activities.
According to the government, the affected markets have been linked to cattle rustling, killings, kidnapping, extortion and illegal arms transactions, posing serious threats to lives, livelihoods and food supply chains.
The identified markets based on the LGAs are as follows:
ALKALERI LGA1. Alkaleri, 2. Mansur, 3. Futuk, 4. Ÿalo, 5. Gwana, 6. Yalon Gurza, 7. Kuka, 8. Rimi, 9. Pali, 10. Bokwas, 11. Kwaimawa, 12. Mai – Ari, 13. Gajin Duguri, 14. Maina Ma’aji
BAUCHI LGA 1. Liman katagum
KIRFI LGA1. Lariski, 2. Bara, 3. Sharfuri (night market) ,4. Cheledi, 5. Boli
TAFAWA BALEWA1. Burga, 2. Bununu, 3. Ball, 4. kulumbo, 5. Zwall
Authorities described the measure as temporary, noting that security agencies have been directed to enforce compliance, while traditional and local government leaders are to sensitise residents and monitor implementation until normalcy is restored.
