The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has arrested nine suspects for the alleged circulation of counterfeit pillows in Sokoto State.
The commandant of the corps, Bello Alkali, revealed this while parading the suspects on Wednesday in Sokoto.
He said operatives of the corps arrested the suspects at different locations in Sokoto metropolis.
According to him, the suspects used contaminated materials sourced from waste bins, drains, and other places to produce the counterfeit pillows.
He listed the harmful materials, including used sanitary pads, baby diapers, discarded clothes, and other waste.
He said the suspect will be charged in court on the completion of investigations and enjoined people to be wary of using counterfeit pillows and bedding.
