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  1. Nigerian Army conducted operations in Borno State and Sokoto State.
  2. Operations were conducted in Sabon Gari LGA, Sokoto State.

Commercial Expansion Overwhelms Residential Areas in Kano's Sabon Gari

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Governance failure and urban decay are impacting residential areas of Sabon Gari. Commercial activities are encroaching on homes and streets, leading to severe issues including traffic gridlock, rising insecurity, and crumbling infrastructure. The area is rapidly transforming into a chaotic commercial hub due to the expansion of markets like Kantin Kwari, Singer, and Sabon Gari.

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Why it matters

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The residential enclave of Fagge is being absorbed by the expansion of several markets. Residential homes are routinely being converted into commercial spaces, leading to the erosion of the neighbourhood’s original master plan.

Operations were conducted in Sabon Gari LGA, Sokoto State.

From blueprint.ng

Who's involved

  • KanoCity experiencing commercial encroachment and urban decay.
  • Sabon GariLocal government area where commercialization is overwhelming residential areas.

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Operations were conducted in Sabon Gari LGA, Sokoto State. All 1 developments

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