Kano court orders destruction of over 400 bags of unsafe flour
A Kano court has ordered the destruction of over 400 bags of spoiled wheat flour seized by the Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KCPC) to prevent their sale to consumers.
The flour was confiscated after reports from the public alerted the KCPC to a significant quantity of deteriorating products allegedly being stored for sale, despite concerns about their safety for consumption.
The council made the announcement on Wednesday in a statement from its Director of Public Enlightenment, Jamilu Mustapha Yakasai. The legal action aims to ensure that the seized flour does not re-enter the market.
Dr. Ibrahim Garba Muhammad, Executive Secretary of the KCPC, emphasized the council’s commitment to protecting residents from contaminated, damaged, expired, and substandard goods. He reiterated the agency’s role in enforcing consumer protection laws, including legal actions against traders who violate these regulations.
“The measures were necessary to safeguard public health and prevent residents from purchasing products that could jeopardize their well-being,” Muhammad stated.
He encouraged traders to adhere to the council’s regulations, clarifying that the agency’s activities are not aimed at intimidating business owners but rather at promoting lawful trading and upholding consumer rights.
Additionally, he advised residents to carefully examine the quality and safety of goods prior to purchase and to report any suspicious products or practices to the council.
Muhammad also expressed gratitude to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his support, highlighting that such assistance has enhanced the agency’s capacity to fulfill its responsibilities.
