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The Zamfara State Government has lifted suspension on telecom services in the state effective from Monday, November 29.
The state governor, Mr. Bello Matawalle revealed the decision yesterday at the trade fair complex, Gusau, the venue of the state congress of All Progressives Congress (APC).
He lifted the embargo on telecom services about 48 hours after the Kaduna State Government lifted suspension on telecom services imposed on some parts of the state.
Matawalle said the decision to suspend the measure was informed by an encouraging report of peace attained in the nooks and crannies of the state as the bandits have taken the desired toll meant by the measure.
“I want to announce today that we have taken a decision to lift the ban on telecommunications in the state. God’s Willing, as from next Monday we shall have that effected.
“The decision, he said, was due to encouraging reports of successes achieved in the state from that stringent measure”, Matawalle announced
He thanked the people of the state for their patience and perseverance throughout the trying period and assured that his administration will continue to take any measure necessary to preserve peace and protect lives and property.
Zamfara has been a hot spot for banditry and kidnappings in recent times. As a result, Matawalle suspended the transportation of livestock beyond the state’s borders.
The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) had instructed all telecommunications companies to shut down their services in Zamfara over lingering insecurity in the state.
The governor also ordered the closure of weekly markets across the state, while transportation of food items will be subject to verification.
