Amid the persistence prevailing insecurities in the Kwara South Senatorial district, the LG Chairmen across the 7 Local Government Areas of the district have resolved to shut down all cattle markets within the zone indefinitely.
Confirming this development in a statement issued on Thursday and made available to 9japarrot media, the chairmen said the decision is necessary as part of their efforts to strengthen the security architecture of the Senatorial District and protect lives and properties.
The statement reads;
Sequel to the prevailing security realities in Kwara South Senatorial District, we the Council local government Chairmen, under the aegis of the Forum of Seven Local Government Chairmen in Kwara South Senatorial District, have ordered the immediate closure of all Kara (cattle) markets within the District.
This painful but necessary decision was arrived at after an extensive stakeholders engagement and reviews.
While the invading criminals have been operationally decimated in the last few weeks, clean up operations by the military and hybrid operatives are still ongoing.
Therefore, all Kara markets have been ordered to shut down with immediate effect from Friday , September 19, 2025, until further notice. All other produce markets are hereby directed to close by 6:00 pm on market days.
This decision, taken collectively by the Executive Chairmen, is part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen the security architecture of the Senatorial District and protect lives and properties.
This measure is a proactive step, aimed at addressing emerging security concerns and ensuring the safety of residents, traders, and commuters within District.
The decision will be reviewed periodically, and the markets would be reopened once a conductive environment is guaranteed.
While we acknowledge and regret the economic impact of this decision on our people, we’ve chosen to prioritise the safety of lives and properties and adhering to long-term coordinated and structured security advisement over and above short-term inconveniences.
However, we use this opportunity to reassure residents and indigenes of Kwara South, that the local government councils in conjunction with the State government and relevant security agencies are doing everything within its powers to restore a lasting peace to the land.
We therefore, enjoin all and sundry, to be corporative with governmental efforts and security operatives towards collaboratively guaranteeing the return of lasting peace to our land.
Singed:
Executive Chairman, Ifelodun Local Government Area, Hadji Abdulrasheed Femi Yusuf
Executive Chairman, Isin Local Government Area, Hon. Benjamin Lanre Jolayemi
Executive Chairman, Irepodun Local Government Area, Hon. Azeez Yakub
Executive Chairman, Ekiti Local Government Area, Hon. Awelewa Olawale Gabriel
Executive Chairman, Oke-Ero Local Government Area, Hon. James Fadipe
Executive Chairman, Offa Local Government Area, Hon. Sulyman Olatunji
Executive Chairman, Oyun Local Government Area, Hon. Akanbi Kamar Olarewaju