The Bauchi Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, has cautioned food and essential commodities dealers in the state against hoarding and unnecessary price hikes.
Chairman of the Agency, DIG Sani Usman Muhammad, rtd, gave the warning during a meeting with officials of major dealers of foodstuff in the state.
He said such actions would not be tolerated as they could exacerbate hardships for the people.
This is as he vowed to take action against those engaging in such practices, detailing plans to ensure accessibility and affordability of food items.
He further urged all merchants to collaborate in finding solutions to the high prices, especially for the benefit of the less privileged.
Responding, the chairman of the Bauchi Traders and Artisans Association, Abdullahi Mohammed, urged members to refrain from hoarding and inflating prices or else face the wrath of the law.
