The Kaduna State Government has announced the suspension of cutting/felling of trees for timber, firewood, charcoal and other commercial purposes in Birnin Gwari, Chikun, Giwa, Kauru, Igabi, Kajuru and Kachia local government areas with immediate effect.
The state commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs Samuel Aruwan said the decision is “in the over-riding public security interest arising from several security advisories.”
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“All questionable movements and activities within the thick forests across the seven listed LGAs, are also prohibited with immediate effect,” Aruwan said in a statement.
He said, ahead of this announcement, the Government of Kaduna State had held a formal meeting with the leaderships of the following associations: Firewood Sellers Association, Timber Contractors and Charcoal Sellers Association
“Citizens involved in these activities are therefore strongly advised to comply as vigorous enforcement will be ensured by security agencies,” he said.
