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Bauchi state governor, Bala Mohammed has relaxed the lockdown order in Azare and other affected areas for Saturday only, to enable farmers to water their farms and to allow residents to restock their consumables.
Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Media Mukhtar Gidado made this known in a press statement on Wednesday.
He said that the governor has promised people of the affected areas that his administration will soon provide food items the State Palliative Committee to assist the needy during the period.
According to the statement, “Following the 10 days, total lockdown in Katagum, Giade and Zaki local government areas, the governor has approved Saturday as a restriction-free day to allow people restock food and other essential consumables. Dry season farmers are also allowed to visit and water their farms during the restriction-free period without any hindrance.
“The governor has assured residents of the affected areas that his administration will soon provide food items thorough the State Palliative Committee in order for the needy.”
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