The Jigawa State Environmental Protection Agency (JISEPA) has seized expired and contaminated products worth N14.4 million in the past six months.
JISEPA’s Managing Director, Adamu Sabo, told journalists on Saturday in Dutse that the confiscated items, including improperly stored consumables, posed serious risks to public health and the environment.
According to Sabo, sanitary inspection is in line with the agency’s mandate to promote public health and enforce environmental safety and standards.
“It is important to note that all items were condemned after due legal procedures, it had been verified, documented and formally approved for destruction in line with public health laws.
“The operation was legally guided by Section 5(1)(2) of the Jigawa State Environmental Protection Law 2009, (as amended), and Section 125 (1) of the Jigawa State Public Health Security Law 2024.
“This action is not punitive but preventive, meant to protect the health and safety of citizens and uphold the environmental and sanitary standards of Jigawa State,” Sabo said.
He reiterated commitment to work with market associations, business operators, and communities, to ensure compliance with the environment and public health laws.
The manager urged residents of the state to be vigilant, support sanitation enforcement and report illegal sales practices.
“Together; we can build a safer, healthier, and more responsible Jigawa State.
