All cattle markets in the Kwara South Senatorial District, of Kwara State have been shut down due to insecurity challenges, DAILY POST reports.

Chairmen of the seven local government councils under the aegis of the ‘Forum of Seven Local Government Chairmen’ in Kwara South Senatorial District, collectively ordered the immediate closure of all Kara (cattle) markets within the district.

The painful but necessary decision was arrived at after an extensive stakeholders’ engagement and reviews, a statement by the seven council chairmen declared.

The statement read in part; “While the invading criminals have been operationally decimated in the last few weeks, clean up operations by the military and hybrid operatives are still ongoing.

“Therefore, all Kara markets have been ordered to shut down with immediate effect from Friday , September 19, 2025, until further notice. All other produce markets are hereby directed to close by 6:00 pm on market days.

“This decision, taken collectively by the Executive Chairmen, is part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen the security architecture of the Senatorial District and protect lives and properties.

“This measure is a proactive step, aimed at addressing emerging security concerns and ensuring the safety of residents, traders, and commuters within the district.”

The statement explained that the decision will be reviewed periodically, and the markets would be reopened once a conductive environment is guaranteed.

While acknowledging and regretting the economic impact of the decision on the people, they said: “we’ve chosen to prioritise the safety of lives and properties and adhering to long-term coordinated and structured security advisement over and above short-term inconveniences.”

The chairmen, however, reassured residents and indigenes of Kwara South, that the local government councils in conjunction with the state government and relevant security agencies are doing everything within their powers to restore a lasting peace to the land.

They enjoined all and sundry, to be corporative with governmental efforts and security operatives towards collaboratively guaranteeing the return of lasting peace to our land.

Insecurity: Cattle markets shut down in Kwara South Senatorial District