KOGI STATE GOVERNMENT SHUTS DOWN ZANGO MARKET, BANS ROADSIDE PARKING OVER INSECURITY
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The Zango market has been ordered to close by the Kogi State administration due to security concerns.
Confluence State University of Science and Technology is located in Osara, and in May, several of its students were abducted.
Kingsley Fanwo, the Information Commissioner, said in a statement released on Wednesday that the government has prohibited truck parking by the side of the road in the area.
“These measures are aimed at preventing a potential security crisis in the area.
“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.”
He added, “To ensure strict compliance, the State Government has given market operators and truck drivers a one-week grace period, starting today, (Wednesday) to adhere to these directives. After this period, enforcement will be fully implemented”.
“His Excellency, Alhaji 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.
“Additionally, the Governor has tasked the Office of the State Security Adviser with overseeing security operations in the affected areas during and after the grace period.”
Residents of Kogi State were reassured by the government that it remains committed to protecting their lives and property, and that proactive steps will be taken to ensure that criminal activity is eliminated and that there is no tolerance 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,” the statement added.
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