The Kaduna State Government on Wednesday announced that it had sent a Bill to the House of Assembly on its proposal to ban the sale of ogogoro, a locally-brewed gin, and other illicit substances.
The Commissioner for Information and Home Affairs, Ben Bako, announced this in Kaduna while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting.
Bako said that a memorandum on the issue, submitted by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, had been approved by the council.
He disclosed that the government was already collaborating with law enforcement agencies in the state to ensure strict enforcement of the law when it was promulgated.
According to him, gadegi, another local brew, and ogogoro have been major substances of abuse among youths in the state hence the need for the ban.
He said that sale and consumption of the illicit drinks accounted greatly to high crime rate in the state, adding that they were also dangerous to health.
Bako, therefore, solicited the support of the public in ensuring that the law was effective when ready, adding that the law would ensure that peace and low crime rate prevailed in the state.
Trending
- Nigerian Army pulls out 29 Infantry Corps Generals
- Solar panels, EV batteries to be manufactured in Nigeria
- US: Nigeria’s monetary policies laudable, strengthen economic growth
- Man who claimed Ooni is his father makes u-turn, offers reason
- Prince Harry hits Kaduna, received by Governor Sani
- We’re still going to arraign released journalist — FPRO
- Why policemen are at Rivers Assembly Quarters – CP
- Fubara orders relocation of Assembly to Government House