Yobe Govt Reopens Two Markets Shut Down over Insecurity
YOBE STATE, NIGERIA, JUL 23 – Two weekly markets in Yobe State reopened after a three-month closure that followed attacks killing 20 traders and displacing 5,000 residents, with security improvements cited by officials.
6 Articles
6 Articles
Yobe Govt reopens two markets shut down over insecurity
The Yobe State Government, in collaboration with the security agencies in the state, has reopened the Kukareta and Buniyadi markets, which were shut down recently due to insecurity in the areas. DAILY POST reports that the markets located in Gujba and Damaturu Local Government Areas were shut down to cut suspected food supply chains to the insurgents who have been terrorizing the residents in recent times. Dahiru Abdulsalam, the Security Adviser…
Insecurity: Yobe reopens two weekly markets
The Yobe State government has announced the reopening of two weekly markets earlier shutdown over security concerns. Daily Trust reports that the three weekly markets of Katarko, Kukareta, and Buni Yadi were closed temporarily as part of renewed efforts to consolidate gains in the ongoing counter-insurgency operations across the state. Briefing newsmen after a security meeting chaired by Deputy Governor of Yobe State Hon. Idi Barde Gubana, the …
Yobe Govt Reopens Two Markets Shut Down Over Insecurity
Yobe Govt Reopens Two Markets Shut Down Over Insecurity The Yobe state government, in partnership with the security agencies in the state, has reopened the Kukareta and Buniyadi markets, which were shut down recently due to insecurity in the areas. The markets located in Gujba and Damaturu local government areas were shut down to cut […] The post Yobe Govt Reopens Two Markets Shut Down Over Insecurity appeared first on VMT News.
US Issues Fresh Travel Advisory On Nigeria Over Insecurity, Healthcare Risks » News.ng
The U.S. government has issued a renewed warning urging its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria due to worsening insecurity, pervasive violence, and an unreliable healthcare system. In a travel advisory released by the U.S. Department of State, Nigeria remains under a Level 3 alert, with 18 states classified as Level 4, or “do not travel.” Among the highest-risk states are Borno, Yobe, and northern Adamawa due to terrorism and kidnapping th…
Yobe Government Reopens Two Markets Closed Due to Insecurity
The Yobe State government announced on July 22, 2025, the reopening of two major markets, Nguru and Buni Yadi, previously shut down due to escalating insecurity linked to Boko Haram activities. The decision follows a three-month closure imposed in April 2025 after attacks killed 20 traders and displaced 5,000 residents. Governor Mai Mala Buni cited improved security, with joint military and police operations reducing incidents by 30% since June,…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left, 50% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium