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Kano Govt.Cracks Down On Grains Adulteration, Vows Stiffer Penalties

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By Aminu Garko 

Kano, The Kano State Government has pledged to prosecute marketers found adulterating grains at the Dawanau International Grains Market. 

This comes after the seizure of 82 tons of adulterated sesame seeds valued at N180 million. 

The Market Taskforce, chaired by Alhaji Muntaqa Isa, intercepted the adulterated produce.

Isa emphasized the government’s support for enhancing business activities. 

He highlighted the market’s significant impact on the food distribution value chain in the state, country, and abroad. 

Isa solicited government support to improve business activities, noting the presence of about 60 small associations under the market’s umbrella.

The market has undergone significant development, including the provision of drainages and office buildings, thanks to support from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). 

Earlie ,Commissioner for Commerce, Industries, Trade, and Investment, Alhaji Shehu Sagagi, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting the Dawanau Grains International Market. 

Sagagi revealed that discussions are underway with the Commodity Exchange Commission to uplift the grains market. 

He issued a stern warning against adulteration, stating that anyone found engaging in such practices would face severe consequences.

 “The government would not tolerate adulteration and will impose stiff penalties on offenders,” he said.

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