Kano's Kwanar Gafan Tomato Market closes over reports of illegal activities, facing trader backlash.

The Kwanar Gafan Tomato Market in Kano State, Nigeria, has been closed indefinitely due to reports of illegal activities such as prostitution and homosexuality. The local government chairman set a deadline of January 1, 2025, for traders to vacate. A reopening date will be announced after a review. The decision has sparked mixed reactions from residents, with some supporting moral reform and others worried about economic effects.

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