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FCTA moves to upgrade Kugbo livestock market
The FCT Administration (FCTA) says plans are on the way to upgrade the Kugbo livestock market to a standard befitting the status of the Federal Capital Territory.
The Mandate Secretary for the Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat, Malam Abubakar Ibrahim, made this known on Sunday while briefing newsmen following the successful removal of illegal structures and businesses at the Kugbo livestock market,
It was gathered that the FCTA on Saturday demolished illegal mechanic workshops constructed on the land earmarked for livestock market at Kugbo on Abuja-Nyanya- Keffi Expressway.
Mr Ikharo Attah, the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister, on Monitoring, Inspection and Enforcement who led the demolition, explained that the exercise was necessitated by complaints received from the FCT Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat.
Ibrahim said that the activities of illegal squatters and businesses at the Kugbo market had for long constituted incumbrances to efforts of the secretariat to organise the market for the conduct of Livestock business.
In his words, “You are very much aware that the secretariat has for so long found it difficult to remove the illegal structures.
“We must thank the FCT Taskforce headed by Mr Ikharo Attah for the success recorded. The secretariat will be able to add value to the operations in the market.”
The secretary said that the secretariat would immediately take possession of the land to ensure that the illegal operators do not return to the site.
“Going forward I have directed the Animal Husbandry Department to take full possession of the land while we also take the census of the livestock dealers that are currently operating there.
“The secretariat is determined to have a market that was all-inclusive with clearly delineated areas for different livestock value chain activities in line with global best practices.
“Our doors will be open to interested private companies to come in the areas of conversion of waste to energy, milk production and other value addition projects,” he said.
The secretary appealed to dealers of livestock who might want to take advantage of the Eid-el-Kabir festive period to make a brisk business to avoid putting up illegal markets.
He warned that the task force has the mandate of the FCT Administration to not only confiscate the animals on sale but prosecute defaulters.
“Ignorance of the law is not an excuse. We have held a series of meetings with officials of livestock dealers in FCT on the need to call their members to order.
“We equally are appealing to residents to only patronise officially designated Livestock markets where we can guarantee the source of livestock to avoid buying stolen animals,” he added.
(NAN)
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday arrived in Katsina to receive the remains of the former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday at the age of 82.
Just hours before the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, heartfelt tributes have continued to pour in from beneficiaries of his many charitable deeds, with many describing him as a man who never turned his back on the needy.
Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Aminu Daura, a respected community elder, recalled how Buhari consistently provided foodstuffs during Ramadan for families, friends, widows, and orphans in his hometown.
“He never made noise about it, but many homes had food on their tables during fasting period because of him,” Daura said.
Abdullahi Sani, a physically-challenged man who received a tricycle from the Buhari Foundation in 2021, was overcome with emotion while speaking to NAN.
“I can move around and feed my family today because of Baba Buhari. I pray to Allah to reward him for giving hope to people like me,” he said, in tears.
Hajiya Fatima Yahaya, another resident, remembered Buhari’s acts of kindness during festive seasons.
“Even after he left office, his aides ensured that the usual support still reached us every year. He always remember his people,” she said, referring to his distribution of Sallah rams and food items to indigent families during Eid celebrations.
Other residents of Daura also shared memories of how the late former president quietly paid school fees and medical bills for struggling families, actions rarely publicized.
“Some of us benefited from his silent interventions. He was a true father and a great figure in the society,” said Ali Saidu.
On Monday night, Imams across various mosques in Daura held special Qur’anic recitations, praying for the forgiveness of Buhari’s sins and his eternal peace.
The Chief Imam of Daura Central Mosque, Sheikh Musa Kofar Barau, described Buhari as a humble leader whose legacy of service and compassion would remain alive in the hearts of the people.
Buhari is scheduled to be buried later on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in line with Islamic rites. The community is bracing to welcome thousands of mourners from across Nigeria and beyond.
His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended heartfelt condolences to President Bola Tinubu, the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, and the entire Nigerian people following Buhari’s death.
In a message of sympathy, the Moroccan monarch described the passing of the former Nigerian leader as a “sad occurrence,” expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
King Mohammed VI hailed Buhari as “an illustrious leader who worked untiringly to serve his country’s best interests and lead his people toward further progress and prosperity.”
He added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the bereaved. I share your grief and want you to know how much I appreciated the working sessions I had with the deceased.”
Reflecting on their bilateral engagements, the king noted that his collaboration with Buhari led to the launch of promising development projects, “ushering a new era grounded in friendship and close cooperation between our two sister nations.”
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