The Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has conveyed a message to traders at the Dawanu International Grain Market in Kano, urging them not to engage in hoarding food items. He emphasized that Customs would refrain from raiding their warehouses, highlighting the importance of dialogue and cooperation.
Addressing reporters during a walk visitation to the Gawanu market on Sunday, March 9, 2023, the Comptroller General stated, “We believe in dialoguing with you; we do not need to invade any market, not Gawanu, not any other market in Nigeria. However, we urge you not to hoard food items. We will have our intelligence monitoring our activities, reporting compliance to us.”
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This statement reflects the Customs’ commitment to fostering cooperation and open communication with traders, encouraging compliance with regulations rather than resorting to forceful interventions.
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