The Kano Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency seized a substantial 709.979 kilograms of illicit substances and apprehended 129 male suspects across the state in October.
This achievement was disclosed in a statement issued by the command’s spokesman, ASN Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, on Wednesday.
State Commander Abubakar Idris-Ahmad highlighted the scale of the operation, emphasizing the NDLEA’s ongoing commitment to tackling drug trafficking and abuse.
“In the course of October, we confiscated 709.979 kilograms of illegal drugs, which included 309.991 kilograms of cannabis sativa,” he stated.
The remaining substances seized comprised 394.835 kilograms of various psychotropic drugs. “Among these were 741,600 tablets of Tramadol, 2.789 kilograms of pregabalin, and 0.027 kilograms of methamphetamine,” Idris-Ahmad explained.
During the same period, the command secured 22 convictions against individuals involved in drug-related crimes.
“These convictions stand as a powerful deterrent and demonstrate our agency’s resolve in enforcing anti-drug laws,” he added.
The commander also reported that arrested suspects were profiled, with those meriting prosecution sent to court, while others received referrals to NDLEA’s counseling unit for support and rehabilitation.
Idris-Ahmad expressed gratitude for the support of NDLEA Chairman/CEO Brigadier-General Mohammed Marwa (Rtd) and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of the Kano State Government and other stakeholders.
“This level of success would not be possible without the continuous assistance from our leadership and the collective contributions of our partners,” he said.
He called on community members to assist in the agency’s efforts by reporting any drug-related activities through the NDLEA’s dedicated hotline, 0800 1020 3040. “Together, we can create a safer and healthier society for all,” he concluded.
