The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State has arrested 319 suspects and seized 4.7 tonnes of illicit drugs between January and March 2024 in the state.
The commander of NDLEA division in Kano, Mr Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, made this known in an interview with news men. He said the suspects comprised of 14 females and 305 males.
Idris-Ahmad said the agency seized over four tonnes of illicit drugs, including 2.3kg of marijuana and 2.4kg of psychotropic substances. He also noted that the operatives seized over five million pills of tramadol and 1.9kg of other dangerous substances.
According to him, in the three months, the command secured 33 convictions of individuals involved in drug trafficking and other drug-related offences.
He said “We rehabilitated 26 drug addicts, processed 38 visa clearances, and conducted 30 drug integrity tests for individuals and members of the state Emirate Council.”
The commander added 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 of adequate measures to ensure 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,” Idris-Ahmad added.
