The Digest:
A NAFDAC operation uncovered a warehouse in Kano holding a massive quantity of industrial chemicals that could be used to produce explosives. The find, which includes hazardous substances like concentrated sulphuric and nitric acids, raises serious public safety concerns.
Key Points:
- NAFDAC discovered 88,560 litres of hazardous chemicals in Kwakwachi, Kano.
- Chemicals included 60,000 litres of sulphuric acid and 28,560 litres of nitric acid.
- 330 empty jerricans indicated chemicals were previously distributed.
- Warehouse owner lacks necessary licensing and permits for handling such chemicals.
- The chemicals, if mishandled, posed a severe risk to public safety.
- NAFDAC acted on a tip-off and found the warehouse operational, with one staff member present.
- The warehouse manager was arrested, while the prime suspect remains at large.
NAFDAC’s seizure of the chemicals reveals a major security threat, with the potential for catastrophic consequences if mishandled. Investigations continue, and the public is assured that the chemicals will be safely destroyed.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, NAFDAC
