In a bid to curb illicit activities linked to petrol smuggling and banditry, the Katsina State Government has taken decisive action by closing down three petrol stations in Katsina town.
On Monday, April 15, 2024, a special task force committee led by Honorable Jabiru Abdullahi Tsauri, the Chief of Staff of the Katsina State Government, conducted a series of raids targeting petrol stations suspected of facilitating illegal activities.
The committee embarked on a thorough tour, inspecting various petrol stations in Katsina city. Following their investigations, three petrol stations – Ajasco, Maimammada, and Mamasco – located on the ring road around the city, opposite Jibia road, were promptly shut down.
In a press statement issued after the raids, Honorable Jabiru Tsauri reiterated that the decision to close these petrol stations was based on credible information provided by the community. Concerns raised by community members pointed to alleged involvement in selling petrol at inflated prices and to unidentified individuals with suspicious motives.
The closure of the petrol stations marks the commencement of thorough investigations into the suspected illegal activities, focusing on the owners and operators. If found guilty, appropriate legal action will be taken to ensure accountability and justice.
The article highlights the closure of three petrol stations in Katsina town by the state government due to suspicions of involvement in illegal activities. It emphasizes the government’s commitment to combating smuggling and ensuring accountability.
The swift action taken by the Katsina State Government underscores its commitment to maintaining law and order and combating illicit activities that threaten the security and wellbeing of residents. By shutting down these petrol stations, authorities are sending a clear message that illegal activities will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will be held accountable for their actions.
Residents and stakeholders are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities, as the government continues its efforts to safeguard the integrity of the state and protect the interests of its citizens.
