Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has reopened the cattle market in Birnin-Gwari, ending a decade-long closure caused by insecurity in the area.
The reopening follows the surrender of several senior bandit leaders and their followers, who have laid down arms as part of the state government’s peace initiative.
Governor Sani highlighted the establishment of a Peace Dialogue Group, in collaboration with Federal Government agencies, to build trust and foster reconciliation among communities.
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Repentant individuals are now enrolled in a rehabilitation programme designed to reintegrate them into society, adhering to international standards of disarmament, demobilisation, and reintegration.
The governor described the development as a major step toward sustainable peace and urged anyone still engaging in criminal activities to embrace dialogue, warning that violence will no longer be tolerated.
The reopening of the market is expected to revitalize economic activities in Birnin-Gwari and neighboring communities.
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