Nanoro and Soaw: behind the stalls, expired products and adulterated alcohol

Dangerous goods were still circulating in shops in Nanoro and Soaw. Following an inspection, trade officials seized more than two tons of expired or prohibited products, as well as 4,000 50ml sachets of adulterated alcohol. Several shops were also closed.

Inspections conducted in these two localities in Boulkiemdé province revealed shortcomings that go beyond simply selling products unfit for consumption. Teams from the Nando Regional Directorate of Industry, Trade, and Crafts also noted violations of price regulations.

The discovery of these goods in retail channels exposes consumers to very real risks, particularly health risks. Expired products can be dangerous to health, while the sale of adulterated alcohol poses an additional threat to the population.

By removing these goods from the market and closing the businesses concerned, the control services intend to prevent their distribution and put a stop to illicit commercial practices.

Yolande Bazié