Kaduna Govt Bans Falling Of Trees, In Forests In Six LGA
POLITICS DIGEST – Kaduna State government Tuesday banned the felling of trees for timber, firewood, charcoal other commercial purposes in Birnin Gwari, Igabi, Chikun, Giwa, Kachia, Kauru, Kajuru LGAs
Mr. Samuel Aruwan, Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, on Tuesday, said, the ban was in the overriding public security interest.
He said, after much deliberation during the security meeting, the state government decided to ban the felling of trees in the selected LGAs.
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” Arising from several security advisories, 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 statement announced
He warned that all question abovementioned movements and activities within the thick forests across the seven listed LGAs are prohibited with immediate effect.
According to him, ahead of the announcement, the Government of Kaduna State had held a formal meeting with the leaderships of Firewood Sellers Association, Timber Contractors and Charcoal Sellers Association.
Aruwan warned citizens involved in the felling of trees to comply as vigorous enforcement will be ensured by security agencies.
