Kaduna bans sale of petroleum products in jerry cans

The Kaduna State Security Council has unanimously agreed to ban the sale of petroleum products in jerry cans throughout the 23 Local Government Areas of the State.

The Council based its decision on legal and security considerations, compounded by the environmental hazard petroleum products in jerrycans can cause.

In a statement by Governor Nasir el-Rufai’s spokesman, Samuel Aruwan, said the Security Council noted the difficulties imposed by the current petrol scarcity, the Council appealed to citizens to remain patient.

The statement assured the public that the state government is working with the NNPC and other agencies to reduce the hardship associated with the shortages of petroleum products.

According to the statement, the Council also observed that the unsafe handling of petroleum products during periods like this has been associated with fires, destruction and fatal consequences for innocent victims.

The Council further warned those engaged in sabotage and illegal sale of petroleum products in the State to desist with immediate effect.

The Security Council also directed the arrest and prosecution of any one found violating the ban, and the outright confiscation of any petroleum products found in their possession.