Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have recovered approximately 2,000 bags of rice allegedly stolen from a federal government donation to Katsina State. The rice, intended to provide relief to vulnerable populations, was part of a larger donation of 20 truckloads distributed across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by President Bola Tinubu.
Reports indicate that the diverted rice, originally intended to aid those in need, was discovered in a store at the Central Market in Katsina. The DSS was alerted to the theft on Wednesday night and swiftly intervened to recover the stolen goods. However, DSS officials have chosen not to comment further on the investigation, remaining anonymous.
The situation has prompted strong reactions from local leaders. Mr. Abdulrahman Abdullahi, Chairman of the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Katsina, expressed his dismay at the diversion of the aid, emphasizing the disappointment over the misuse of resources meant to support the vulnerable. Abdullahi called for a thorough investigation and appropriate action against those responsible.
Resident Suleiman Kofar-Durbi also condemned the incident, highlighting the unfortunate irony of the theft occurring amid widespread economic hardship. He urged the government to conduct a comprehensive inquiry and hold those accountable for the diversion of relief supplies.
The ongoing investigation aims to address the misuse of humanitarian aid and ensure that similar incidents do not recur.
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