Kano State Consumer Protection Council celebrates World Food Safety Day 2025 in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, North West 1 Chapter by conducting market sensitization to Promote Food Safety and Hygiene
As part of its efforts to safeguard public health in Kano State, the Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KSCPC) conducted an inspection tour of major markets in Dawanau and Yanlemo. The aim was to raise awareness on food safety and hygiene to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses affecting residents of the state.
The Chairman of the Council, Dr. Umar Garba made this known during the commemoration of World Food Safety Day held on the same day. He stated that the inspection is part of the council’s ongoing efforts to ensure food safety and protect public health.
Dr. Garba called on market authorities to intensify their monitoring of the food items being sold, ensuring that all consumables meet hygiene standards and pose no threat to consumers.
Members of the Institute (NIFST) from prominent institutions and industries such as Aliko Dangote University, Bayero University Kano, and student organizations from various Food Science departments across different institutions were in attendance.
In a related development, Dr. Umar Garba also shut down a facility within the Dawanau market where beans were being processed in violation of established guidelines. He stressed that his council will not tolerate any actions that endanger consumers and vowed to continue enforcing regulations to protect public health.
