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Nigeria: Zamfara govt denies banning bread production — Africa Links 24

Nigeria: Zamfara govt denies banning bread production — Africa Links 24

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Published on 2024-02-21 21:31:45

The Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has debunked rumors circulating on social media that the state government had banned bread production across the state. The bakers’ association in the state had ordered a halt to bread production due to the government’s ban on motorcycles delivering to bandit enclaves. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Gusau, the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Idris, clarified that the government’s decision only targets the supply chain to bandits across the state.

Idris emphasized that the ban on bread and fuel supply to volatile areas was implemented to disrupt the operations of bandits terrorizing the state. He further explained that the rumors causing confusion and concern among residents and business owners are not true. The government has no intention of interfering with the production or sale of bread, which is a staple food item in many households. In fact, the state government is dedicated to supporting local businesses and ensuring all citizens can access essential food. The government recognizes the vital role that small businesses play in the state’s economy and is committed to creating an enabling environment for them to thrive.

The government has devised a strategy to counter the bandits’ attacks, creating chaos in certain parts of the state. This strategy involves prohibiting the supply of bread and fuel to unstable areas to disrupt the bandits’ activities since they rely on these essential items to carry out their criminal acts. The aim of this strategy is to restore peace and security to the affected areas and safeguard the lives and properties of the people. The ban on bread and fuel supply is part of a broader strategy to achieve these goals.

The statement from the governor’s spokesperson also reassured the residents of Zamfara State that the government is committed to their safety and security. The government hopes that by implementing this ban, they can restore peace and security to the affected areas and safeguard the lives and properties of the people. This ban is part of a broader strategy to achieve these goals.

It is important for all residents and business owners to understand that the government’s intention is to disrupt the activities of bandits and restore peace and security to the affected areas. The government recognizes the importance of local businesses and is committed to supporting them. It is essential for the residents to remain calm and cooperate with the government as they work towards restoring peace and security to the state.

In conclusion, the Zamfara State government has clarified that the rumors of a ban on bread production in the state are false. The government’s decision to prohibit the supply of bread and fuel to unstable areas is part of a broader strategy to disrupt the activities of bandits and restore peace and security to the affected areas. The government is committed to supporting local businesses and ensuring the safety and security of all citizens in the state.

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