The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a warehouse in the state where rice palliatives provided by the Federal Government were being rebagged. The discovery was made following a tip-off, prompting an investigation by the anti-graft agency. The rebagged rice, originally meant to be distributed to vulnerable citizens, was allegedly being prepared for sale under a different brand.
The chairman of the commission, Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, confirmed the operation, stating that the practice undermines the integrity of the relief distribution process. He emphasized that the agency is committed to holding those responsible accountable. The recovered items have been seized, and further investigations are ongoing to identify and prosecute the perpetrators.
The development has sparked public outrage in Kano, with many residents condemning the act as a betrayal of public trust. Citizens have called for stringent measures to ensure that palliatives reach their intended beneficiaries without interference or corruption. This incident highlights ongoing concerns over the management of relief materials in Nigeria.
