The Management of Dawanau International Grains Market in Dawakintofa local government area of Kano has taken a robust step to secure the market by engaging over 800 security personnel to secure the market.
The President of the market association Muntaka Isa, told newsmen in a telephone interview on Monday that the measure would effectively protect the market from vandalism and theft embarked upon by angry hoodlums.
Isa highlighted the collaborative efforts of the Nigerian Army, Police, and state security agencies, which have significantly enhanced the market’s security.
He noted that an additional 400 vigilantes are working alongside the security personnel to safeguard the market.
The market has faced threats from hoodlums in neighboring areas, such as Kurnan Asabe and Bachirawa, who have attempted to forcefully enter the market and loot food items.
To counter this, the market has hired 400 vigilantes to support the security agencies.
The market management is committed to continuing support for the security personnel deployed to protect public buildings against vandalism.
Isa urged the neighboring community to assist security personnel by providing information on the movement of hoodlums, ensuring the safety and security of the market and its stakeholders.