The Kano State Joint Task Force Committee for Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation has announced that it arrested 78 suspected drug peddlers and thugs within four days.
The operation was conducted successfully following a four-day enforcement operation across multiple high-risk areas of the state.
Working in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Nigeria Police Force, the task force arrested 60 suspects and recovered significant quantities of illicit drugs and other harmful substances.
This is contained in a statement by Sadiq Maigatari, the Public Relations Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano State Strategic Command, a copy of which was made available to Arewa PUNCH on Wednesday
“The operation targeted Mariri Yan’itace, Fagge, Badawa, Kasuwar Rimi, Masallacin Idi, Yankaba, Hotoro Flyover, Kofar Mata, Rijiyar Zaki and Jakara.
“Additional raids were carried out at Rumfa College, Dan’agundi Graveyard and Kofar Wambai. Several locations were revisited during the operation to ensure thorough enforcement,” the statement further noted.
Maigatari said the seized items included cannabis sativa, Diazepam, Exol-5, Pregabalin, rubber solution, Suck and Die, and several unconventional substances.
“Our commitment to eradicating drug abuse and thuggery in Kano is unwavering. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those responsible for these crimes are brought to justice. The safety and well‑being of our citizens are at the top of the priority list.”
He disclosed that investigations into the arrested individuals were ongoing, adding that the Joint Task Force has vowed to ensure that all those found culpable are prosecuted to the full extent of the law, while simultaneously advancing rehabilitation and youth‑rehabilitation initiatives to address the root causes of substance abuse.
The commander of the NDLEA Kano State Strategic Command, A.I. Ahmad, commended the dedication of NDLEA personnel and thanked the Nigeria Police Force for their partnership in the operation.
He also expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the Kano State Government in supporting the operations.
The Task Force urged community members to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, stressing that public cooperation is critical to sustaining gains and creating a safer, drug‑free environment for Kano’s youth and residents.
