Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Umar Audu
Published on 2024-04-01 12:11:33
The Kebbi State Government recently confirmed the looting of palliatives that were stored in a government warehouse in the Bayan Kara area of Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. According to the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Nasir Idris, Ahmed Idris, the looted items were estimated to be worth N5 billion. These grains were procured by the state government for distribution to the masses in order to mitigate the current hardships being faced. Unfortunately, before the distribution could take place, hoodlums broke into the warehouse and made away with the items meant for the people.
In addition to this incident, it was reported that the hoodlums had previously attacked a consignment of palliatives that had been brought to the state by Dangote. Governor Nasir Idris expressed his disappointment at the situation, stating that the government had already procured and distributed assorted grains worth over N5 billion in more than 200 trucks. It is disheartening to see that those who broke into the warehouse were intent on stealing from the very people the items were meant to help.
Moreover, the statement also highlighted the fact that the hoodlums had targeted the consignment of food items brought to the state by Dangote before moving on to loot the government warehouse. This chain of events has caused significant losses and setbacks in the efforts to provide relief to the people of the state during these challenging times.
Following these incidents, the government has taken measures to secure its warehouses in order to prevent any further occurrences of looting. Despite the presence of security operatives stationed at the warehouse, the hoodlums managed to defy them and also broke into some private warehouses and shops in the area to steal food items. Muhammadu Gwadangwaji, the Chairman of the Food Vendors Association at Bayan Kara Market in Birnin Kebbi, revealed that some shops and warehouses of traders were not only looted but also set on fire by the unruly youths.
Despite efforts to deter the looters, including firing gunshots and teargas into the air, the determined youths managed to carry out their illicit activities. The looting of the government warehouse, as well as the vandalism and theft from private shops and warehouses, has had a significant impact on the community and the already strained efforts to provide assistance to those in need.
In conclusion, the recent events in Kebbi State highlight the challenges faced in ensuring the equitable distribution of palliatives and relief materials to the masses. The government’s efforts to support the people during these difficult times have been met with disruptions caused by criminal elements, leading to losses and setbacks in the provision of essential assistance to those in need. It is crucial for all stakeholders to work together to prevent such incidents from recurring and to ensure that aid reaches those who need it the most in a timely and effective manner.
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