‎Insecurity : Yobe announces temporary closure of 3 weekly markets

‎The Yobe Government has announced a temporary closure of three weekly markets for counter-insurgency operational reasons.

‎‎They are Katarko, Kukareta and Buni Yadi weekly markets.

‎‎This is contained in a statement by Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdulsalam Rtd, the Adviser to Gov Mai Mala Buni on Security Matters.

‎‎He said the closure would pave way for proactive engagements, and consolidate on successes recorded in the operation across the state.

‎“This temporary measure became necessary to achieve some set targets to improve the security situation in the affected areas and the state in general.

‎‎“Although this decision may come with its attendant consequences, it has however, become necessary in our collective interest and for the success of the operation.

‎“Efforts are ongoing to hasten the operation to minimize the pains of the temporary closure of the markets on the well being of the citizens,” Abdulsalam said.

‎‎He pleaded for support, cooperation and understanding of the general public for the success of the operation aimed at ensuring peace and security in the state.

‎“All concerned are by this, reassured that the temporary closed markets would be reopened in the coming days,” the official said.(NAN)