Niger Liquor Board Disowns Fake Receipts, Warns Saboteurs

The Niger State Liquor Licensing Board has publicly disowned fake receipts that have been circulating within the state, which are attributed to individuals aiming to damage the board's reputation. Executive Director Moham Hamisu Kogunan addressed journalists in Minna, asserting that these faceless individuals are spreading false claims regarding non-remittance of funds to the government.

Kogunan described the actions of these disgruntled elements as nefarious and aimed at undermining the board's image. He dismissed social media reports alleging that the board failed to remit revenue, labeling them as fabrications by mischief-makers.

The board has introduced strict reforms to block revenue leakage, including the establishment of dedicated accounts for liquor vendor payments. Kogunan warned that any person caught in dubious activities aimed at smearing the board's reputation would face legal consequences.

He also commended the cordial relationship maintained with liquor vendors in the state and stated that attempts to create disaffection would not succeed.