The Zamfara State Government has ordered immediate restriction of movement along the borders with Katsina and Sokoto States from 7.00pm to 6.00a.m due to the resurgence of terrorist attacks on innocent travellers.
State Commissioner for Information and Culture, Manir Haidara, who made this known to journalists in Gusau on Tuesday noted that the directive was part of the decision taken by the State Security Council.
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In his words, “As of today, the State Government has ordered restriction of movement along the Yankara border with Katsina State and Bimasa border with Sokoto State from 7.00pm to 6.00am daily”. He said this was to tackle the incessant abduction of travellers along the Sokoto-Gusau-Funtua Highway.
According to the Commissioner, all motorists and travellers are directed to abide by the government’s order as security agencies have been ordered to monitor the two borders and ensure full compliance.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
