Kaduna state Governor Uba Sani has reopened the Kidandan market for the local government of Giwa. Owing to insecurity, it had not been patronised for several years.
The Governor, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Sani Liman Kila, noted that the reopening of the market on Sunday ‘’marks the beginning of the return of peace and stability to Giwa local government.’’
It will be recalled that on November 29, Governor Sani reopened the famous and strategic Birnin Gwari livestock market which had been closed for about 10 years, thus signalling the commencement of commercial activities.
Speaking at Kidandan village in Giwa local government on Sunday, the Governor noted that ‘’peace is an invaluable asset. It is the key to progress and development.’’
‘’Conflict destroys, while peace builds. I am happy that after the milestone we recorded in Birnin Gwari, Giwa has followed suit. Indeed, peace is the only way,’’ he counselled.
The Governor, who promised to honour the Government’s commitments, noted that the Peace Dialogue Group is working around the clock to ensure that ‘’agreements are respected and that this new understanding is sustained for the benefit of our people.’’
Sani said, ‘’The security agencies are on the same page as us. All those who have agreed to lay down their arms will be protected and rehabilitated.’’
The Governor pointed out that “the reopening of Kidandan Market will revitalise the economy of this area and create huge opportunities for the people of Giwa local government.”
Also speaking, Commissioner for Security and Internal Affairs, Dr. James Atung Kanyip, said the State will continue to work to sustain the peace but called for the support of the people.
