The Chairman of Numan Local Government Council, Architect Zangopwa Zidon, has commissioned a new livestock market in Numan as part of efforts to stimulate economic activities, strengthen the livestock value chain and create more business opportunities for residents.

The project is expected to provide a more organised and conducive trading environment for livestock dealers, buyers and other stakeholders, while further enhancing Numan’s position as an important commercial centre in  Adamawa Southern zone.

Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Architect Zidon described the market as a significant milestone in his administration’s commitment to grassroots economic development and improved livelihoods.

He said the project was part of his broader vision of building a New Numan through practical development initiatives that respond to the economic needs of the people.

According to him, his administration is committed to creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, empowering local traders and strengthening commercial activities across the local government area.

The chairman noted that investment in market infrastructure was essential to expanding economic opportunities, adding that the new facility would support livestock trading and contribute to the growth of businesses connected to the sector.

He maintained that his administration’s development agenda goes beyond promises, stressing the importance of delivering projects that have direct and positive impacts on the lives of residents.

Also speaking at the event, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Numan Constituency in the 2027 Adamawa State House of Assembly election, Timothy Leonard Nzadon, commended the initiative, noting that improved market infrastructure was important to economic development at the grassroots.

Nzadon said the livestock market would provide traders with a better business environment and strengthen commercial activities, particularly for residents whose livelihoods depend on livestock production and trading.

He also emphasised the importance of supporting local economic initiatives that could create employment opportunities, encourage investment and improve household incomes.

Livestock trading remains an important component of economic activities in Adamawa State, providing livelihoods for producers, traders, transporters and other participants in the agricultural value chain.

The commissioning of the Numan Livestock Market is expected to contribute to the development of the local economy and further strengthen the area’s commercial potential.