National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano State command has arrested 319 suspects and seized 4.7 tonnes of illicit drugs from January to March 2024.
The Commander NDLEA Abubakar Idris-Ahmad disclosed in Kano.
He said the suspects comprised of 14 females and 305 males.
Idris-Ahmad noted that they had seized over four tonnes of illicit drugs which are made up of 2.3kg of cannabis sativa, and 2.4kg of Psychotropic Substances.
He maitained that operatives of the command also seized over five million pills of tramadol and 1.9kg of other dangerous substances.
According to him, under three months, the command secured 33 convictions of individuals involved in drug trafficking and other drug-related offences.
“We rehabilitated 26 drug addicts, processed 38 visa clearances and conducted 30 drug integrity tests for individuals and members of the state Emirate Council”he said.
The commander pointed out that during the period under review, the command dislodged 39 illicit drug joints that were serving as hubs for drug activities in the state.
Idris-Ahmad assured residents of Kano adequate measures to ensure a peaceful and drug-free holiday during the forthcoming Eid-El-Fitr celebration.
“The command is committed to maintaining law and order during this festive period and to prevent the spread of illicit drugs in the community”
“We will continue to work to dismantle drug trafficking networks, arrest perpetrators and prevent the spread of drug abuse in the state”
The Commander reiterated the command’s commitment to creating a drug-free society and ensuring the safety and well-being of the citizens of Kano.
Khadija Aliyu.
