Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has enforced an immediate ban on the sale of petrol across Bama Local Government Area, including Bama town and Banki.

The move follows consultations with security agencies, aimed at addressing ongoing security challenges in the area.

“I have directed the immediate ban on the sale of petrol in Bama town, Banki, and other parts of Bama Local Government Area with immediate effect,” Zulum stated in a statement released on Saturday.

He emphasized that anyone caught violating the ban would face severe legal consequences.

“There will be no sacred cows in the enforcement of this ban. Security agencies have been given strict orders to clamp down on any filling station or individual contravening this directive,” Zulum added.

The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to restoring peace in the state and urged residents to cooperate with authorities in the fight against insurgency.