The Kano State government has pledged to prosecute the owners of contaminated sesame confiscated at the Dawanau International Grain Market to safeguard public health in the state.
A total of 82 tons of adulterated grains, valued at ₦180 million and intended for export to China, were intercepted by the market task force in collaboration with the Federal Product Inspection Service.
During an inspection of the seized sesame on Wednesday, Commissioner for Trade, Commerce, and Industry, Shehu Wada Sagagi, issued a stern warning, stating that the government will no longer tolerate unethical practices in the market.
Leading a team of consumer protection officials and enforcement agencies, Sagagi confirmed that an investigation is underway to identify those responsible for the adulteration. He assured that the culprits would face legal action.
The Commissioner emphasized the government’s determination to hold traders and market associations accountable, ensuring that a few bad actors do not tarnish the state’s business reputation.
“We are here to issue a strong warning to those engaged in such malpractice. This is an international grain market, and the government will not allow anyone to damage Kano’s reputation,” Sagagi stated
