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Proposed SON Act Amendment Seeks Jail Term For Fake Drugs Peddlers, Others
The Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) is working with the National Assembly to amend its Act to enable it to prosecute and sentence to jail producers of fake drugs and other products.
Currently, the existing act does not give the needed power to SON to prosecute and send culprits of fake drugs and products to jail, thus limiting the efficiency of the operation of the organisation.
Director-General of SON, Farouk Salim, disclosed this at a recent event while speaking on ‘The Role of Standardisation in Building Resilient Non-oil Sector’ at the Commerce and Industry Correspondents of Nigeria in Abuja.
According to Salim, the bill to amend SON Act, when passed into law, will criminalise the production, manufacturing and distribution of substandard products that could endanger the lives of consumers.
The amendment seeks to increase penalties like jail terms to defaulters whose offences relate to lack of standardisation of products in the country. The move will not only fine manufacturers and importers of fake products but also ensure they go to jail.
Salim, who was represented by a deputy director in the organisation, Mariam Samson, noted that the amendment will improve the efficiency of SON’s operations in ensuring the safety of Nigerians.
The Director-General added that the organisation is committed to its mandate of ensuring that only safe and standard products are produced and sold in the country.
With this development, SON is poised to improve its capacity to deal with the menace of fake drugs and substandard products in Nigeria. By working with the National Assembly to amend its Act, the organisation is taking a significant step in safeguarding the lives and health of consumers in the country.
The proposed amendment to the SON Act is a welcome development that will enhance the organisation’s capacity to prosecute and punish offenders of fake drugs and substandard products. The move is timely and critical given the increasing cases of fake drugs and other substandard products in the Nigerian market.
The amendment of the SON Act will improve the standardisation of products in Nigeria, making it safer for consumers.
It will also boost SON’s capacity to prosecute and punish producers of fake drugs and other substandard products, sending a strong message to offenders that the law will not condone their actions.
Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has been signed up by Jaiz Bank as a brand ambassador.
An elated Musa made the disclosure in a statement on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X on Thursday.
The Kano Pillars striker urged his fans to troop to Jaiz Bank to do business for trusting him with the new role.
He exclaimed, “And to my amazing fans – if you want to support me, make sure to head over to Jaiz Bank and open your accounts with them today! ”
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He wrote, “✨Alhamdulillah✨ I am SO excited to announce that I’ve officially joined Jaiz Bank as their newest ambassador! 🎉💼
“A huge thank you to @JaizBankNG for trusting me and allowing me to be a part of this amazing journey! 🙏🏼💚 It’s an honor to represent a brand that believes in growth, security, and financial empowerment.
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On November 20, 2024, Kenya’s First Lady, Rachel Ruto, celebrated her 56th birthday and her husband President William Ruto publicly expressed his love and appreciation for his wife on this special day, wishing her well.
The birthday celebrations were marked by an outpouring of goodwill from political figures, media, and citizens across Kenya, who praised her for her grace, leadership, and significant contributions to society, particularly through initiatives like the Joyful Women Organisation, which aims to empower rural women.
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The day was characterized by a collective acknowledgment of her role as a national figure dedicated to community upliftment.
In a heartfelt message, President William Ruto took to social media, writing, “Happy birthday my love, @MamaRachelRuto. Continue being a blessing to me and our children. Mungu akubariki sana,” which translates to “God bless you abundantly.”
Other prominent leaders also extended their wishes to the First Lady, with Anne Waiguru, EGH, OGW, Governor of Kirinyaga County, tweeting, “Happy Birthday First Lady,” further showing the respect and admiration for Rachel Ruto’s leadership and impact.
A gas cylinder explosion at a filling station in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State has resulted in significant damage to six vehicles, according to a statement from the Katsina State Police Command.
The command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, confirmed the incident, which occurred on Friday, November 15, 2024.
He explained that a loud explosion alerted police operatives from the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters. Responding promptly, the Divisional Police Officer led a team to the site, supported by military personnel.
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“Upon arrival, operatives found a truck loaded with gas cylinders engulfed in flames at Tamal filling station, along Kagadama-Magamar Jibia Road,” Sadiq-Aliyu stated. The joint team acted swiftly, deploying measures to protect lives and limit property damage. Their efforts successfully extinguished the fire.
The spokesperson added, “Six motor vehicles were significantly affected by the fire incident, but fortunately, no life was lost.”
State Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar-Musa, has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Updates on the findings will be provided as investigations progress.
This incident highlights the need for heightened safety measures at gas filling stations to prevent such occurrences.
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