NDLEA, police arrest 57 in Kano drug raid
The Kano strategic command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the police, has arrested 57 suspects for drug-related offences in a joint operation across the state.
This is contained in a statement issued on Sunday in Kano by Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, the public relations officer of the state NDLEA command.
According to the statement, the operation, conducted on Sept. 24, 25 and 27, was part of the ongoing efforts of the Kano State joint task force for peace restoration and youth rehabilitation, under the leadership of Yusuf Ibrahim-Kofar Mata, to rid the state of crime.
The raids were carried out in areas like Kofar Ruwa, Tashar Rami, Rijiyar Lemo, Kurna, Mil Tara, Zage, Dorayi Karshen Waya, Dawanau and Filin Idi, identified as drug hotspots.
“Operatives recovered assorted illicit substances and several locally made weapons, while preliminary investigations are ongoing to prosecute those found culpable,” the statement said.
The statement quoted Mr Ibrahim-Kofar Mata as reaffirming the task force’s determination to rid Kano of drug abuse and related crimes.
“Our resolve to eradicate drug abuse and associated thuggery in Kano remains unshakeable. We will continue to work tirelessly to create a safer, healthier community for all,” Mr Ibrahim-Kofar Mata said.
He commended officers of the NDLEA and police for their dedication and urged community leaders, parents and civil society groups to support the campaign against drugs and thuggery.
Also, the NDLEA commander in Kano, Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, expressed appreciation to Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf for his support.
He noted that the state government’s commitment to curbing substance abuse and thuggery had greatly boosted ongoing security and rehabilitation initiatives.
The commander further commended all personnel of the agency who participated in the operation for their professionalism, as well as the police for their continued cooperation and support during the exercise.
(NAN)
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