Borno Government Cracks Down on Alcohol Sales, Vows to Combat Criminality

In a bid to promote a safer and more secure environment, the Borno State Government has announced a statewide ban on the sale of alcohol.

The governor made the announcement on Tuesday at the inauguration of a reconstituted committee on “revocation of illegal hotels, brothels, shanties, and criminal hideouts and curbing the menace of antisocial vices” at the council chambers of the government house in Maiduguri, the state capital.

According to a statement issued by the state government, the ban on alcohol sales is part of a broader effort to combat criminality and promote social harmony in the state.

The government has warned that any individual or business found to be selling or promoting the sale of alcohol will face severe penalties, including prosecution and fines.

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, who made the announcement, emphasized that the ban is necessary to protect the citizens of Borno State from the negative consequences of alcohol consumption.

“Alcohol is a major contributor to crime and social problems in our state. By banning its sale, we hope to reduce the incidence of crime and promote a more peaceful and secure environment for all citizens,” he said.

The governor also warned that the government will not tolerate any form of promotion or glorification of criminality in the state.

“We will not allow any individual or group to promote or glorify criminality in our state. We will work tirelessly to ensure that our state is safe and secure for all citizens, and that those who engage in criminal activities are brought to justice,” he said

The ban on alcohol sales has been welcomed by many residents of Borno State, who believe that it will help to reduce the incidence of crime and promote a more virtuous society.

“This is a good decision by the government. Alcohol is a major contributor to crime and social problems in our state, and banning its sale will help to reduce these problems,” a resident said.

However, some business owners have expressed concerns about the impact of the ban on their livelihoods, as they believe The ban will affect their business and their ability to provide for our families.”

The Borno State Government has assured that it will work with affected business owners to find alternative means of supporting their livelihoods.

“We understand that this ban may affect some businesses, and we are committed to working with them to find alternative means of supporting their livelihoods.

“Our priority is to promote a safe and secure environment for all citizens, and we will work tirelessly to achieve this goal,” said a government spokesperson.