Police Arrest Man for Diverting 1,500 Sachets of RUTF

The Katsina State Police Command arrested Muhammad Aliyu for alleged criminal conspiracy and diversion of 1,500 sachets of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) on August 26, 2026, at approximately 7:40 p.m. The RUTF, packed in three sacks, was intercepted by police surveillance officers from the Batagarawa Division following credible intelligence.

According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the food supplements were designated for free distribution at public healthcare facilities to treat malnourished children. During interrogation, Aliyu confessed to obtaining the items from Zaharaddini Musa, a clinic staff member who is currently at large.

The suspect remains in custody and is assisting police efforts to apprehend Musa and uncover the extent of the diversion network. Commissioner of Police Ali Umar Fage has directed a thorough investigation and stated that the suspect and others found culpable will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.