Emir of Birnin-Gwari, His Royal Highness, Zubair Jibril, has called for the immediate restoration of telecommunications and banking services, two critical infrastructures that have been suspended since 2021 in the area as a result of insecurity.
The Emir made the plea in a national message titled: “Renewed Hope, Renewed Peace: Lessons from Birnin Gwari for a Stronger Nigeria”, issued to newsmen in Kaduna.
The monarch stressed that while physical security has significantly improved, socio-economic reconnection is essential, in order to consolidate the gains of peace. “Restoring banking and telecommunications services, suspended since 2021, is crucial for commerce and social inclusion”, he said.
The Emir added that the continued absence of banking and telecom services limits access to markets, emergency services, digital education and financial inclusion, particularly for youth, farmers, traders, and local entrepreneurs.
“We, therefore, call for continued partnership with the Federal and Kaduna State governments, international development partners, and the private sector to consolidate peace and accelerate development in Birnin Gwari,” the Emir urged.
