The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has ordered the immediate reopening of the Shasha market after peace-making negotiations amongst stakeholders.
This mandate came after the recent clashes between the Yoruba and the Hausa merchants in the market which led to the destruction of several businesses and properties.
Makinde made this call on Tuesday, February 23, during a meeting with the Shasa Community leaders, held at the Western Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan.
The governor also mandated the distribution of relief materials to affected victims of the clash.
Ripples Nigeria had reported last week that Makinde listed conditions to reopen the Shasha market in Ibadan, the state capital.
Fulani Herders Demand N475billion Compensation For Property Lost In Shasha Crisis
151 people lost their lives at the Shasha incident. We also lost not less than 100 people. Yes, we have requested for N475 billion for the loss of lives and property destroyed.
by SaharaReporters, New York
Feb 23, 2021
An association of the Fulani herders has said it is demanding N495 billion in compensation for the property they lost to the Shasha Market crisis in Ibadan, Oyo State, and the recent #EndSARS protests in the country.
The herders said they had video and photo evidence of all those who were killed as well as their property which were destroyed and had forwarded same to the Presidency.
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