Kano seizes 5,964 bottles of expired soft drinks in Singer Market
The Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KCPC) has seized 5,964 bottles of expired soft drinks from Singer Market in Kano. The confiscation occurred after the council received reports indicating that a trader was selling beverages past their expiration dates.
In response to the allegations, KCPC enforcement officers were promptly dispatched to the market to investigate the situation and prevent the expired products from being sold to unsuspecting consumers.
Alhaji Auwalu A. Muhammad, the council’s Director of Enforcement and Removal of Substandard Products, stated that the agency is committed to executing its responsibilities in line with the law. He emphasized the council’s readiness to confiscate expired goods and any products that have had their essential packaging details altered, including expiration dates.
Auwalu reiterated the council’s dedication to removingExpired and substandard products from circulation to safeguard consumer health and interests. Ibrahim Garba Muhammad, the council’s Executive Secretary, confirmed plans for ongoing enforcement operations across markets, business outlets, and supermarkets throughout the state.
He cautioned against any harassment or intimidation towards council personnel, asserting that their role is crucial in protecting the public from potential health risks associated with consuming unsafe and outdated products. He urged traders to collaborate with the council by proactively identifying and disposing of expired or damaged goods instead of attempting to hide them or falsify expiration dates.
Such cooperation, he noted, would not only protect consumer health but also enhance public trust in businesses and promote their growth.
Auwalu commended Kano State Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf for his steadfast support in providing the resources necessary for the council to fulfill its mandates effectively. The council reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying market surveillance aimed at locating and removing expired and substandard products across Kano State, ensuring the protection of residents’ rights and interests.
